Description
FULL MISSING SECOND PRINT • FACE NEVER PRINTED • PMG 65EPQ
This rare 19XX $10 FRN Chicago, missing the second print error, delivers massive visual impact. The entire face design was never printed, leaving a blank surface with only the third print overprint. The note still carries the back printing from the first print stage, which confirms the sheet entered production normally. The second print failed completely, creating a dramatic full missing face print. The third print then applied the Treasury seal and serial numbers on a blank front. This sequence produced one of the most desirable major errors in modern currency.
Collectors value full missing second print errors because they reveal a complete breakdown in the printing process. Most errors involve partial shifts or minor misalignments. A full missing second print is far more dramatic. The error is obvious from across a room. The blank face creates a bold contrast with the strong overprint. The Chicago district seal and serial numbers float on a clean surface with no design beneath them. This effect gives the note a striking appearance that appeals to advanced collectors.
PMG graded this example as 65EPQ Gem Uncirculated. The Exceptional Paper Quality designation confirms original paper surfaces. The holder protects the note and verifies its authenticity. High‑grade missing second print errors remain extremely scarce. Many surviving examples show handling or circulation. A Gem EPQ example stands out in any collection.
This note offers strong investment potential due to its rarity and condition. Major errors with full missing prints continue to rise in demand. Chicago district notes with dramatic printing failures remain especially desirable. This piece represents a premium opportunity for collectors seeking a standout error. The combination of a blank face, bold overprint, and Gem EPQ grade creates exceptional eye appeal.
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