1882 Saint Louis MO $10 PMG 65 EPQ Gem Brown Back Fr#484 Ch#4178 NB of Commerce

1882 Saint Louis MO $10 PMG 65 EPQ Gem Brown Back Fr#484 Ch#4178 NB of Commerce

Description:
Offered here is a stunning 1882 $10 Brown Back National Bank Note from Saint Louis, Missouri, issued by The National Bank of Commerce (Charter #4178) and certified by PMG as Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ. This high-grade specimen is cataloged as Friedberg #484 and represents the epitome of quality in both preservation and aesthetic appeal for collectors of this ever-popular type.

Brown Backs were issued under the National Banking Act and are prized for their distinctive brown reverse and intricate design work. The face of the note prominently features the engraved portraits of President William McKinley and Daniel Webster, symbolizing statesmanship and economic leadership, flanking the central vignette of the U.S. Treasury building.

This particular $10 note originates from a well-known run of Brown Backs preserved in outstanding condition, one that has supplied generations of collectors with exceptional examples. The PMG 65 EPQ grade certifies that the note not only remains in pristine condition but also retains its full original embossing and paper quality—attributes highly sought after in the world of currency collecting. The crispness of the paper, bold ink, and rich color combine to make this note an outstanding representative of both its type and issuing institution.

Saint Louis played a key role in American economic expansion during the Gilded Age, and notes from its national banks carry historical weight tied to commerce, river trade, and westward expansion. This example from the National Bank of Commerce exemplifies that heritage in spectacular form.

Collector’s Value:
For collectors pursuing top-tier examples of Brown Backs or building a high-grade Missouri or national type set, this PMG Gem 65 EPQ is an elite offering. Its combination of rarity, grade, and regional significance makes it a cornerstone acquisition for any serious collector of 19th-century American banknotes.