A rare 1858 $5 note from the Zimmerman Bank of Clifton, graded AU-50 by CCCS. Featuring intricate designs of a suspension bridge and allegorical imagery, this note is a valuable piece of pre-Confederation Canadian banking history.
- Denomination: $5 Dollars
- Composition: Paper
- Obverse Description:
- The obverse features a picturesque design showcasing a suspension bridge spanning a gorge, likely representing the Niagara region, with a bustling town in the background. To the left, an allegorical figure of a woman is seated, holding a scroll. The denomination ‘5’ is prominently displayed in ornate designs at the top corners. The text reads ‘THE ZIMMERMAN BANK’ and ‘FIVE DOLLARS’, with the location ‘Clifton’ and the date 1858.
- Reverse Description:
- The reverse displays a mirrored imprint of the obverse design due to bleed-through, showing elements of the suspension bridge, town, and ‘FIVE’ in red text.
- Size: Not specified
- Year: 1858
- Signatures: None
- Serial Number: 1442