^Lot 1392 Watkins Advertising Note IL - Chicago,1882 - Numismatic

Advertising note for ten dollars. Printed on bond paper. Banknote sized. 178mm by 82mm. Date "1882" at the upper left. Issuer name at bottom. Lithographed with imprint of Pictorial Printing Co. Chicago. Printed on reverse in blue ink “To any one who is economically inclined the face value of this note is $10. It entitles the bearer to genuine bargains in Reliable Goods, and is a guaranty of fair and reasonable prices. Beware of Counterfeits.” Vignette of woman in red ink appears on the front. This note is in Very Fine condition with light stain at bottom center and faint creasing. Unlisted in Robert A. Vlack's advertising note reference. Wonderful style and condition, the bottom has a full width margin. Ex: T. James clarke Collection (NASCA, June 26-28, 1978, lot 1981); From the John J. Ford, Jr. Collection.