What are these Banknotes? Confederate, Obsolete, or Foreign? It is History.
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The Missouri Defense Bond banknotes of the U.S. Civil War era are interesting enigma. The fascinating question is are they an obsolete banknote? A confederate banknote? Or a foreign currency? Missouri was a hotly contested border state populated by both Union and Confederate sympathizers. The state sent armies, generals, and supplies to both sides, maintained dual governments for a period of time, and endured a bloody neighbor-against-neighbor intrastate war within the larger national civil war. There were a total of three designs issued in early 1862 but it was one particular note that caught my eye. This video idea started out a short story of one banknote which was never issued. But what’s amazing? That single banknote packs over a century of history.
It’s fascinating to see how paper currency intertwines with and reflects history especially during pivotal times such as the U.S. Civil war. So what’s my opinion as to what are Missouri Defence Bonds. An obsolete banknote? A confederate banknote? Or a foreign currency? Well, they weren’t issued by a bank - so not an obsolete. The confederacy was never recognized by another nation - so not foreign currency. The second series, with the four fifty note, was issued before Missouri was admitted to the Confederacy so those are simply banknotes issued by an individual state in rebellion - a fourth option. The first and second series were issued after Missouri was granted confederate statehood so, in my opinion, they are confederate bank notes. But it is interesting that Heritage Auction website lists them as obsolete. Now that it makes it clear as mud - you have to love paper currency. Well, that’s it for video number 35. Special thanks to the Society of Paper Money May-June 2002 Article “Missouri’s Confederate Government Rises Again” article by Bob Cochran.
It’s amazing what you come across sidebar. One of the references that I used for the Missouri Defence Bonds was the book Confederate & Southern States Currency by Grover Cleveland Criswell, Jr. Well - with that name and seeing a picture of Criswell I had to find out what his deal was. Criswell was quite the self-promoter. He was a politician, collector, currency scholar and author of several books. Criswell served as a lieutenant in the Air Force 1955 to 1957, was the mayor of St. Petersburg Florida at age 25, met Senator John F. Kennedy in 1960, appeared on the TV shows "What's My Line?" the "Today Show" and to tell the truth in 1961. He owned his own money museum in St. Petersburg where an actor in full Confederate military dress greeted you at the entrance. It closed after thieves cut a hole in the roof and stole $298,000 worth of coins and paper which is over 3 million today. Criswell also launched Bank Note Reporter in 1972 and served as its publisher for four years.
Criswell was a big man - 300 pounds - and in later years grew a goat-tee and wore a Colonel Sanders string tie calling himself "the richest man in the world ... in Confederate money." He served on the ANA Board of Governors for 22 years. He even had a silver bar minted with his likeness in 1977! I mean how many “numismatists” can say that! He was a familiar figure at coin shows and auctions, and through his mail-order collector business, where he had taken the name Colonel Criswell. According to Pierre Fricke, a highly respected expert on Confederate and Obsolete currency and an award-winning author stated in a 2021 St Pete Catalyst article, “I stand on the shoulders of giants, including his. Criswell was a significant leader, a great marketer and promoter.” End of sidebar. Criswell was kind of an icon for paper currency.
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Was just in Missouri!! This is awesome history. Per usual, great story telling Dan!
Thanks jones939!
Very interesting and informative. Thanks for putting this together.
Thanks for the kind words and glad you liked it
Great video, Dan. Thoroughly enjoyed it
Thank you sir - could not have done without that note. For that I will be grateful.
Another fantastic video! I really appreciate all the history. Lots happening in that part of the country during the Civil War era. Congrats on 500 subs! Love $4.50 note. lol
Thanks Ontario - got over the hump! Fun video to do.
i really get educated for US history from your videos
Appreciate the kind words and the support. Thank you.
Another extremely interesting video. I've always enjoyed the history of the Civil War , and maxing it with currency is better yet.
Thanks Mark - I think we have the same "history interest". Lucky enough that "Federal" currency started during the Civil War and a lot of stories intertwine - and you have the Hancock $2 Silver Certificate, and the Treasury Notes of the 1890s - a treasure trove. All on my list. Appreciate the support.
Big like number 51 and subscribed! Excellent video and thank you so much for sharing this valuable information!
Thanks and welcome! Appreciate the comment and the kind words.
I went to a currency show in Tampa yesterday and met Pierre Fricke. The knowledge he has on confederate currency is amazing. I did buy an 1864 $2 confederate note from him for my wifes collection. Awesome video.
I have heard the same and not had the pleasure to meet him although we have a common friend and there may be an interview coming up with Pierre. I Certainly hope so. Thanks Gunny appreciate the support.
Even though Confederate notes are a separate category , aren't ALL notes that are not current and demonetized considered obsolete ?
You’re not wrong the broad category is “Obsolete” - I’m just complicating things to break down into sub categories! Thanks!
Pierre Fricke is an absolute gentleman! When I first got into currency collection, I bought a note from him off of eBay and indicated that it was my first Confederate note purchase. He sent me a copy of his book on pricing Confederate currency for free!
@@John-fi5ik I have found a lot of good deals on colonial currency when they mark it and categorize it as obsolete!
Number 9! Loved that National Bank note too 😉
I figured you would like that Easter egg - Go New Hampshire!
@@PolarCurrency truly fantastic video all around. NH is nice too 😉
Hi Dan,
Great video and thanks for sharing.
Great history on the Missouri Defense Bond notes. A lot to take in. I will have to watch this one again and learn more on the 2nd round. Just to let you know I also have the $4.50 cents Jefferson Defense Bond note in Gr. PMG 40
I picked up about in August of 2022. I like this note.
Take care. 🙏
Bill 😎👍
Bill - again, thanks for the kind words and feedback. Yeah that $4.50! One banknote made an entire video. A lot of history to unpack and a lot that I did not cover.
@@PolarCurrency Your most welcome. 😎👍
Omg, Criswell sidebar was hilarious 😂
I know - I couldn't believe it. He also developed a numbering system for US Obsolete notes and Confederate notes! Glad you liked it and thanks for the comment.
Edward Keatinge was maybe the most talented engraver at that time.He worked for American Banknote Co in NY,he recruited Thomas Ball.Although they engraved the majority of the plates,they did not print all the notes.Other printers included James Patterson,Blanton Duncan,Hoyer and Ludwig,and Evans and Cogswell.Evans and Cogswell printed the book,Order of Secession.Near the end of the Civil War, General Sherman reportedly destroyed all the facilities and equipment in Columbia,SC.But some of Evans and Cogswell plates and printing machines survived.,as well as some of the original facilities remain.I believe their current City Hall on Main St is one of them.Evans and Cogswell remained in business till 1987
Keatinge & Ball certainly had talent - from what I found is that they were the only engravers allowed to make the plates and thanks for the addition of all the others that were printers for the CSA. Appreciate the additional history and thanks for the comment and support!
Try 1887
13:53 “Fricke sticker!”
Yep - didn't want to "pile it on" and good eye!
Very interesting!
Thank you sir!
Wow what a great video.
Glad you think so!
Neat video!
That Shawn!
When your sidebars and sidebars to your sidebars almost overtake the main video, does that make the maine video the actual sidebar? 😂Cool history, and great video!
Yes! You are correct! Thanks for the support and comment Jo!
This was absolutely fantastic! I honestly never knew so much Civil War action happened in Missouri. Typically focus is on the big battles or major players.
I agree with your conclusion too (spoiler alert) they are Confederate notes. Great video Dan.
PS: “Masshole” 😂🤣 I was laughing so hard my sides hurt.
Some humor for the New England border states of MA!
I have to just make sure...I'm hoping you did notice the $10?
@@PolarCurrency oh I did! That’s why I said nice National Bank Note. Nothing like a good Wilton National Bank note to have in the background 😉👍🏼
@@massabesicgoldandsilver Just making sure. Went into sold notes at Heritage and match serial number with your video. Not too tough when searching "Wilton". Thanks for all the support Dean!
Your sidebars are almost as good as the main!😂
Sidebar to the sidebar to the sidebar! Thanks Stu!
Good videos polar man . I have the $1, $4.50 and the $20. The $100 is harder to get. Exxy.
Thanks for the comment and yes they do. I've been pondering if I want to try to collect "the sets" and came across the $20 this past weekend but have to admit I passed.