1869 $5 Woodchopper Treasury Note FR64 PMG F15

Here It Is! The FIRST Woodchopper Note!

When this $5 legal-tender Treasury note was issued in 1869, the memory of the American pioneer building a log cabin with just his ax and elbow grease was still vivid in the collective consciousness. It’s no wonder this design paying tribute to that pioneer spirit was chosen to be on this note, which quickly was labeled the “Woodchopper.” This famous design would go on to be used on notes all the way up to 1907. Today, the Woodchopper Note is one of America’s most popular notes because the image captures the spirit of westward expansion and the true soul of America.

Intricate Engraving Makes This Note A Real Work Of Art

This intricately engraved note is a real work of art. The central feature of the note shows a vignette of a frontiersman and his family and even includes the family dog. It can be safely assumed that the axe our intrepid pioneer is holding was likely used to build the shelter shown in the background. The note also shows an engraving of President Andrew Jackson along with the treasury seal, the serial number, and a bold red “V.” The reverse features an ornate decorative pattern in green. A large “Horse Blanket” note measuring 7⅜" x 3⅛"—which is about 40% larger than today’s notes—this 1869 Five Dollar Note is one of the “Rainbow Notes” of 1869, so named for their amazing color scheme known. Thanks to its bright colors, the Woodchopper is considered among America’s most beautiful notes.

The 1869 $5 Woodchopper Treasury Note is designated as Friedberg #64 (FR64) and it’s the only Friedberg numbered note in this issue. This designation refers to the numbering system in the widely used Paper Money of the United States reference book written by Arthur L. Friedberg and Ira S. Friedberg. The FR numbers indicate varieties existing within a larger type design. This note is graded as Fine-15 (F15) by Paper Money Guaranty (PMG), and according to the current PMG population report, only 525 FR64 Notes have been submitted, making it a scarce, coveted specimen.

Act Fast! Only One Note Available!

Over the years, collectors have made this note one of the most popular currency issues of all time. Despite being 150 years old, this captivating note can still be yours. We have only ONE available, so hurry if you want it for your collection! Discover the spirit of America for yourself and add this note to your cart right now before someone else beats you to it!

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS:

• ONE OF AMERICA’S MOST POPULAR NOTES – The 1869 Series $5 Woodchopper Treasury Note is one of the most popular American currency notes ever issued. Featuring a westward expansion-themed vignette, the image effectively captures the nation’s pioneer spirit. It also features a portrait of President Andrew Jackson.
• LARGE “HORSE BLANKET” SIZE – This vintage note is referred to as a “horse blanket” note for its large size. At 7.375" x 3.125" it’s 40% larger than the notes of today.
• LEGAL TENDER CURRENCY NOTE – Each 1869 Series $5 Woodchopper Treasury Note was five dollars legal tender. The words “LEGAL TENDER FOR FIVE DOLLARS” are printed on the note to assure recipients that it was legitimate, and that the U.S. government would fulfil its obligation to pay.
• INCREDIBLE GRADE FOR THIS TYPE OF NOTE – Your 1869 Series $5 Woodchopper Treasury Note comes graded by Paper Money Guaranty (PMG) in Fine 15 (F15) condition. That’s a remarkable grade considering the age and widespread circulation notes like this saw during 19th Century. Only 525 of these notes have been submitted to PMG for grading, making this a scarce and coveted specimen.

This large, “horse blanket” 1869 Series $5 Woodchopper Treasury Note is a must-have for any collector. One of America’s most popular notes, click it to your cart right now before some other eager collectors add it to his or her collection!