1974 AND 1977 FIFTY DOLLAR FEDERAL NOTES LOT

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number	76
Auction	AUG 13 26 GOLD SILVER BULLION SLABBED KNIVES CARDS
Date	August 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
Location	Coralville, Iowa

1974 AND 1977 FIFTY DOLLAR FEDERAL NOTES LOT 1974 and 1977 Series Fifty Dollar Federal Reserve Note Lot This lot features two vintage United States fifty-dollar bills, including one Series 1974 Federal Reserve Note and one Series 1977 Federal Reserve Note. Both notes were issued by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, California, as indicated by the "L" district seal and the corresponding "12" prefix in the serial numbers. The Series 1974 note bears the signatures of Neff and Simon, while the Series 1977 note features the signatures of Morton and Blumenthal. These notes showcase the classic portrait of Ulysses S. Grant on the obverse and the United States Capitol on the reverse. Both bills are preserved in protective clear plastic currency sleeves, maintaining their physical condition for collectors of small-size US paper currency. Lot of 2 Series 1974 and 1977 Fifty Dollar Federal Reserve Notes San Francisco Condition: These notes appear to be in circulated condition. The 1974 note shows visible vertical and horizontal folding, soft corners, and some light edge wear consistent with a Very Fine grade. The 1977 note displays similar characteristics including center folds and minor surface aging, also appearing in a mid-grade circulated state. Neither note is professionally graded. The paper retains some original crispness but exhibits standard signs of handling from commerce. Mint: Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco (L) Metal Content: Not applicable (Paper currency) Historical Context: These small-size Federal Reserve Notes feature Ulysses S. Grant on the obverse and the U.S. Capitol on the reverse. The 1974 series features signatures of Neff and Simon, while the 1977 series features Morton and Blumenthal. These represent the standard high-denomination currency used in the United States during the mid-to-late 1970s before the introduction of modern security features. Strike Type: Not applicable (Letterpress printing) Grading: Ungraded/Circulated fifty dollar bill, us currency, grant, federal reserve note, paper money, numismatics, banknotes, series 1974, series 1977, legal tender, treasury seal, capitol building, currency collection, fifty dollars 50 dollar bill, vintage currency, rare paper money, 1974 series, 1977 series, Federal Reserve Note, collectible banknotes, Ulysses S. Grant, US currency, numismatics IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the phot

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