Description
1929 $20 Battle Creek Bank Note
This Battle Creek Bank Note is a 1929 Series Type 1 twenty-dollar National Bank Note issued by the National Bank and Trust Company of Battle Creek, Michigan. Listed as FR-1802-1, this attractive note carries serial number C001507A and Charter #11852.
PMG 58 Choice About Uncirculated
PMG graded this impressive Battle Creek Bank Note as 58 Choice About Uncirculated. The holder also notes Good Embossing, an important feature that adds to the note’s overall appearance and originality.
This example displays nice centering, strong color and excellent eye appeal. In addition, the note was hand cut directly from the original sheet. Only the slightest evidence of handling appears to keep this beautiful example from reaching the Choice Uncirculated level. It is exceptionally close and has the appearance collectors look for in a high-grade National Bank Note.
Battle Creek Bank Note Census
The reported census for the National Bank and Trust Company of Battle Creek includes 23 large-size notes and 213 small-size notes. This provides collectors with useful information when evaluating surviving currency from Charter #11852.
This Battle Creek Bank Note combines a desirable grade with attractive paper, embossing and strong visual presentation. Furthermore, its hand-cut sheet origin adds another interesting feature to this collectible Michigan note.
Battle Creek Michigan History
Battle Creek is located in Calhoun County, Michigan, near the meeting of the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek rivers. The community became particularly well known for its cereal industry.
Battle Creek also possesses an interesting history extending well beyond banking and currency. The area developed during the nineteenth century as settlers arrived and businesses were established. Its growing industries helped transform the community into an important Michigan commercial center.
Collectible Michigan National Currency
National Bank Notes are popular because they combine American currency with local banking history. Collectors can pursue these notes by state, town, bank, charter number, denomination, type and condition.
With its PMG 58 Choice About Uncirculated grade, good embossing, strong color, attractive centering and original sheet characteristics, this Battle Creek Bank Note is an appealing example of Michigan National Currency.