Description
**FR‑1514 — 1963A $2 Legal Tender Note
Serial A16459830A • PMG 67EPQ Superb Gem • Full Boardwalk Margins**
This FR‑1514 1963A Series Two Dollar Legal Tender Note, bearing serial A16459830A, is an outstanding example of the final small‑size red‑seal $2 design. Certified PMG 67EPQ Superb Gem Uncirculated, this note sits at the top of the grading scale, offering exceptional originality, premium eye appeal, and the kind of technical precision advanced collectors look for.
The Exceptional Paper Quality (EPQ) designation confirms that the paper is fully original, untouched, and free from any pressing or restoration. The surfaces retain their natural brightness, with crisp fibers and strong embossing that demonstrate the note’s superb state of preservation. The sharp red overprint contrasts beautifully against the bright white paper, giving the note a vibrant and striking appearance.
One of the most desirable features of this example is its full boardwalk margins—wide, even, and perfectly balanced. This level of centering is rarely seen on 1963A $2 Legal Tender notes and significantly enhances both visual appeal and registry value. Combined with its Superb Gem grade, the margins place this note among the finest known for the type.
The 1963A $2 Legal Tender is a popular and historically significant issue, representing the last era of red‑seal small‑size currency. While many notes were saved, very few survive in true 67EPQ Superb Gem condition with this level of eye appeal. This piece is ideal for collectors seeking a premium type note, upgrading a high‑end set, or adding a standout example from the final red‑seal series.
A truly wonderful type note—and if you’ve been looking for a top‑tier 1963A example, here it is.
Collectors value the 1963A $2 Legal Tender PMG 67EPQ for its exceptional margins, strong originality, and vibrant red overprint. This Superb Gem example remains one of the finest type notes available.




