1907 $10 Gold Certificate VF

Among The Last Large-Sized $10 Gold Certificates

Believe it or not, there was a time in this country when you could go to the bank, take out your wallet, and trade a single note for a hefty $10 gold coin! That note was the $10 Gold Certificate, which you can secure here in Very Fine (VF) condition. This note is from the 1907 series—one of the last series of large-sized $10 Gold Certificates, many of which were later recalled and destroyed after the U.S. left the gold standard behind in 1933. Referred to as a “Horse Blanket” note due to its large size, this 7⅜" x 3⅛" note is about 30% larger than today’s currency!

About Michael Hillegas

The front displays Michael Hillegas, the first Treasurer of the United States—a man largely lost to historical obscurity until his descendants petitioned to have his face placed on the 1907 and 1907 $10 Gold Certificates. The back of the note displays the Great Seal of the United States printed in vibrant gold ink—just in case anyone doubted the note was redeemable in gold. Not only was Michael Hillegas America’s first Treasurer, serving in that position for 14 years, those years were all served BEFORE the United States ratified the Constitution! Prior to the American Revolution, Hillegas was a successful merchant who amassed a small fortune through his investments in a sugar refinery and an iron mine. Showing the diversity of his investments, it’s believed that he also operated North America’s first music store.

Act Now To Secure One Of America’s Last Large-Sized $10 Gold Certificates

Now you can secure one of America’s last large-sized $10 Gold Certificates and make the interesting life of the patriot it portrays a part of your collection forever! Order yours today!