1861 Missouri Defence Bond $1 Civil War Confederate State Note Currency S1438
Original One Dollar Missouri Defence Bond produced during the American Civil War for Missouri's pro-Confederate state government. Authorized in 1861, Missouri Defence Bonds were produced in several denominations to support the state's wartime finances. Printer: Keatinge & Ball, Columbia, South Carolina. The face states that the bond was secured by a pledge of Missouri state revenues and was payable three years after its issuance date. This example appears unissued, with the date and designated official signature areas left incomplete. A distinctive piece of Missouri and American Civil War financial history with direct connection to Missouri's Confederate-aligned government. The photographs show the exact item being offered.