1862 $5 Legal Tender Error Note PMG 64
Serial 66
This extraordinary 1862 $5 Legal Tender Note, graded PMG 64, is a high-grade Civil War–era Greenback featuring a striking misalignment error and an exceptionally low Serial Number 66. The combination of error status, near-Gem preservation, and low serial number places this note firmly in elite collector territory.
Issued during the height of the Civil War, 1862 Legal Tender Notes represent the birth of modern U.S. paper money. The visible misalignment dramatically enhances visual impact and confirms the note’s authenticity as a true production error. Crisp paper, bold inks, and outstanding eye appeal make this a standout example even among advanced collections.
Key Features & Collector Highlights
Civil War–Era Legal Tender Issue (1862)
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Among the first federally issued “Greenbacks”
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Foundational issue in U.S. monetary history
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Essential type note for advanced collectors
Misalignment Error
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Genuine production error with clear visual impact
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Highly collectible and far scarcer than standard issues
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Strong demand from both error and type-note specialists
Low Serial Number #66
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Two-digit serial number adds significant rarity and prestige
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Enhances desirability across multiple collecting categories
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Especially prized on early Legal Tender notes
PMG 64 – Choice Uncirculated Quality
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Crisp, original paper with excellent margins
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Bold inks and strong overall eye appeal
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Certified by PMG for authenticity and grading confidence
Arnold Jewelers Guarantee
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Hand-selected for rarity, originality, and elite eye appeal
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Backed by decades of trusted numismatic and currency expertise
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Certified PMG 64 for complete confidence
This 1862 $5 Legal Tender Misalignment Error PMG 64 – Serial #66 is a museum-level Civil War rarity, uniting condition rarity, dramatic error appeal, and a coveted low serial number in one exceptional note.








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