1819 Harrisburg Bank $5 Obsolete Bank Note — Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — May 14, 1819

For sale is an original early $5 obsolete bank note from the Harrisburg Bank of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, dated May 14, 1819. This attractive early Pennsylvania bank note features a detailed engraved State Building / State House vignette, ornate “FIVE” side panels, serial number No. 497, and hand-signed cashier and president signatures.

The note reads: “The President Directors & Co. of the Harrisburg Bank promise to pay H. N—— bearer on demand FIVE dollars.” It is dated Harrisburg, May 14, 1819 and printed by Murray, Draper, Fairman & Co.

This is a nice early 19th-century Pennsylvania obsolete currency piece with strong regional interest. It displays well in its protective currency holder and would make a great addition to a Pennsylvania history, obsolete bank note, paper money, or Harrisburg-area collection.

Features:
1819 Harrisburg Bank obsolete bank note
$5 denomination
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Dated May 14, 1819
Serial No. 497
State Building / State House central vignette
Ornate engraved border work
Hand-signed cashier and president signatures
Printed by Murray, Draper, Fairman & Co.
Comes in protective holder

Condition:
Good antique circulated condition. Note shows age toning, fold lines, handling wear, wrinkles, light staining, and minor edge/corner wear. Ink and engraved details remain very presentable. Back side shows age toning and period handling marks. Please review photos closely for exact condition.

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