Archive Record
Images
Metadata
Catalog Number |
SC 0034 |
Object Name |
Currency |
Scope & Content |
This collection consists of a brief typewritten historical summary and Leesburg municipal currency notes in the following denominations: one $1 note, one 50¢ note, two 25¢ notes, and one 12½¢ note. The Town of Leesburg mounted these examples on paperboard, and kept them framed for many years (the notes are only printed on one side). All the notes have the same basic design except for the numbers and text specifying the denomination. On the left side of the note is a portrait of George Washington with the caption "Washingtonian, Print." At the top center is a picture of a large, shaggy dog lying in front of a chest, with a large key under his left front leg. On the right side is a picture of Lady Justice with a sword and scales (but not blindfolded). Below the dog are places for the serial number and date, and the following text: "The Town of Leesburg, in Virginia, Promises to pay to the Bearer x Cents [or "One Dollar"] in Current Funds, on presentation of these Notes at the Mayor's Office, in sums of FIVE DOLLARS." At the bottom is a place for the Mayor's signature. Four examples are signed by Mayor Orr and the fifth is signed by Joseph Birkby (abt. 1811-24 Sept 1868), the Town Recorder. |
Physical characteristics |
5 items |
Creator |
Town of Leesburg, Virginia |
Title |
Leesburg Municipal Currency ("Dog Money"), 1861 |
Copyrights |
Permission to reproduce or publish material in this collection must be obtained in writing from Thomas Balch Library. |
Collection |
Leesburg Municipal Currency ("Dog Money"), 1861 (SC 0034) |