International College Bank $2 Note – New York | ca. 1860s | PMG 50 About Uncirculated

International College Bank $2 Note – New York | ca. 1860s | PMG 50 About Uncirculated

A remarkable example of 19th-century American obsolete currency, this $2 note issued by Bryant, Stratton & Co.’s International College Bank of New York dates to approximately the 1860s, a fascinating period in U.S. monetary history when private banks and institutions issued their own paper money.

The banknote features beautifully detailed engraved imagery typical of mid-19th century American banknote art, including allegorical figures and a rural vignette symbolizing productivity, prosperity, and the spirit of economic expansion during the industrial era.

Bryant & Stratton was one of the most prominent networks of business colleges in the United States, and notes issued by their International College Bank represent a unique intersection of education, finance, and early American banking history. Today, these pieces are highly sought after by collectors of obsolete U.S. currency and historical financial artifacts.

This example has been professionally authenticated and graded by PMG (Paper Money Guarantee) with a grade of 50 NET – About Uncirculated, indicating a well-preserved banknote with strong paper integrity, attractive detail, and excellent overall presentation for a note of this age.

Encased in a PMG certified protective holder, the note is permanently authenticated and preserved, making it a compelling addition to any collection of 19th-century American paper money.

Specifications

• Country: United States

• City: New York

• Issuer: International College Bank (Bryant, Stratton & Co.)

• Denomination: $2

• Period: circa 1860s

• Serial Number: 3900 pp A

Grading

• PMG 50 NET – About Uncirculated

A desirable collector grade for a mid-19th century obsolete banknote, retaining much of its original character and historical appeal.

Curated by Vayorin – House of Collectors