1850s Connecticut Norfolk Bank $2 PMG 66 EPQ Remainder Note Gem Uncirculated

1850s Connecticut Norfolk Bank $2 PMG 66 EPQ Remainder Note Gem Uncirculated

This stunning $2 Remainder Note from the Norfolk Bank of Connecticut, printed in the 1850s, beautifully embodies the craftsmanship and charm of America’s pre–Civil War banking era. Certified PMG 66 EPQ (Gem Uncirculated), this note displays Exceptional Paper Quality and remains in a state of preservation that few obsolete notes can match.

The note’s design, engraved by the renowned Danforth, Wright & Co., captures both artistry and storytelling. The central vignette depicts farmers herding cattle through a rural landscape, symbolizing agricultural prosperity—the economic backbone of 19th-century Connecticut. The pastoral imagery is complemented by a neatly detailed village scene in the background, showcasing the serenity and productivity of small-town America.

The bold typography of NORFOLK BANK arcs across the top, while ornate black and red-orange guilloche patterns fill the note with vibrant complexity. The large numerical counters “2” appear at the corners within lace-like medallions, and the denomination “TWO” rests elegantly within a decorative cartouche at the bottom right. As a remainder issue, this note was printed but never circulated or signed, preserving its vivid colors and crisp paper texture.

Produced during the “Wildcat Bank” period, when individual state-chartered banks issued their own currency, this Norfolk Bank note stands as both a numismatic artifact and a piece of early American art.

Collector’s Value:
A must-have for collectors of obsolete banknotes and early American paper money, this Norfolk Bank $2 remainder combines superb engraving, rarity, and Gem Uncirculated preservation. Its pastoral design, rich color palette, and PMG 66 EPQ certification make it a centerpiece for any 19th-century U.S. currency collection.