Rare 1872 $5 note from the Mechanics Bank of Montreal, graded F-15 by CCCS. A highly collectible piece of Canadian banking history with a charming rural vignette and intricate blue reverse design.
- Denomination: $5 Dollars
- Composition: Paper
- Obverse Description:
- The obverse depicts a rural scene with a horse and farmer standing by a water pump. Additional elements include intricate engravings and the denomination ‘5’ prominently featured in multiple areas. The text reads ‘THE MECHANICS BANK’ and ‘FIVE DOLLARS’ with the bank’s location, Montreal, indicated.
- Reverse Description:
- The reverse features an ornate blue design with the text ‘MECHANICS BANK’ at the center, flanked by decorative flourishes and large ‘5’ denominations at both ends.
- Size: Not specified
- Year: 1872
- Signatures: Memzies (Cashier), Brydges (President)
- Serial Number: 25754