1917 $2 Jefferson Legal Tender Bank Note
Updated September 16, 2026
This auction ended on September 22, 2026.
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| Lot number | 279 |
| Auction | Thomas's Coin Collection, & Jewelry Auction |
| Date | September 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Wilson Creek Auctions LLC |
| Location | Cornell, Wisconsin |
The Series 1917 $2 Legal Tender Note is a highly historic and collectible piece of American currency, famously known as the last large-size $2 bill ever issued by the U.S. government. Because of their dimensions—measuring roughly 7.4" x 3.1", which is about 40% larger than modern cash—these vintage notes are affectionately nicknamed "horse blankets" by collectors.
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