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Rare $5 1902 Red Seal Bill from The Merchants National Bank of Covington, KY

Bank Name:  The Merchants National Bank of Covington

State:  KY – Kentucky

Charter Number:  8110

Lifetime:  Operated 1906 to 1908 | Total Issue – $80,150

Series:  $5 – 1902 Red Seal National Banknote

Sheets Printed:  1,270

Value:  Call, Text, or Email For A Quote | Info@RareCurrency.com | 864-430-4020

Basic Design:

Rarity and Value:  Ben Harrison is shown on each third charter $5 bank note. Five dollar red seals are scarce. Most banks chose to issue $10 and $20 bills only. We can’t give you an exact value for your red seal on our page here. Values are based on the condition and bank of issue. Generic examples sell for around $400. A large majority will be worth more than. Some could be worth considerably more. Please contact us for details. Don’t forget to check the serial number. Number 1 notes always sell for nice premiums.

Current Market Analysis:  If you follow the market for national bank notes then you know that it is cyclical. In the 1990’s good notes from Kentucky were worth as much money as notes from any state. However, within an 18-month period in the early part of the 21st century the two largest collectors dumped their collections and there was no one else there to prop up prices. To make matters worse, all types of notes from Kentucky are relatively plentiful from first charters to red seals. However, if you study the market then you will see lots of great notes that are still relatively affordable. We personally love all of the fancifully named towns and notes from the old forgotten mining communities.

We Are Buyers!!!

We buy all antique paper money issued by The Merchants National Bank of Covington, KY. We can tell you how much your $5 bill is worth. We aren’t just dealers. We are also collectors, experts, and appraisers. We have contributed to numerous price guides and are considered specialists in the field of national currency. Contact us via phone or email to get your free appraisal today.

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