Archives International Auctions - Auction 110 January 20, 2026

Archives International Auctions - Sale 110 36 January 20, 2026 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com 168 168 LA. The Parish of East Baton Rouge, 1862, 25 Cents Issued Obsolete Scrip Note Baton Rouge, LA. October 9, 1862. Parish of East Baton Rouge Fractional Currency Note, Twenty-Five Cents (25 Cents). Unlisted parish issue. Issued parish fractional currency note payable to bearer at the Parish Treasurer’s Office, denominated Twenty-Five Cents, with text stating the issue is fundable in eight percent bonds when demanded in sums of five dollars. Printed in blue and black ink on thin paper with ornate typographic borders, large central “25” denomination panel, multiple “25 Cents” counters, and vertical denomination tablets at the sides; the note bears a handwritten serial number 336 at upper right and manuscript signatures at the lower margin for the Treasurer and Parish President. The reverse shows faint ink bleed- through but is otherwise blank, as issued. The condition ranges from Choice Fine to VF condition or better, with typical circulation folds, light soiling, and age toning consistent with use. Printer not indicated on the note. ����������������������������������������������������������� Est. $500-750 169 169 LA. City of New Orleans, 1862, 25 Cents Issued Obsolete Scrip Note New Orleans, LA. October 27, 1862. City of New Orleans Municipal Scrip Note, Twenty-Five Cents. Unlisted municipal issue. Issued municipal fractional currency note payable to bearer, denominated Twenty-Five Cents, printed in black and green ink on thin paper with ornate borders, multiple “25” denomination counters, and classical allegorical vignettes at top with additional animal vignette at lower right; red serial numbers “34883” appear at left and right with manuscript signatures at the lower margin for city officials. The reverse is blank, as issued. The condition ranges from Fine to Choice Fine condition, with folds, wear, and age toning consistent with circulation. Printed by American Bank Note Co., New York. ��������������������������������������������������� Est. $200-300 170 170 LA. Corporation of Plaquemine, 1862, 10 Cents Issued Obsolete Scrip Note Plaquemine, LA. March 1, 1862. Corporation of Plaquemine Municipal Scrip Note, Ten Cents. Unlisted municipal issue. Issued municipal fractional currency note payable to bearer at the Treasurer’s Office, denominated Ten Cents, with text stating redemption in Confederate Treasury Notes in sums of ten dollars. Printed in green ink on thin paper with ornamental typographic borders, repeated “TEN” denomination panels, and a central eagle vignette; the note bears a handwritten serial number “4917” and manuscript signatures of the Treasurer and Mayor at the lower margin, with place and date printed below. The reverse is blank, as issued. Fine to VF condition, with folds, edge wear, and age toning consistent with circulation. Printer not indicated. The Union took control of Plaquemine in May 1862, shortly after the capture and occupation of Baton Rouge (May 9, 1862). Union naval forces moved upriver following the fall of New Orleans (April 25, 1862), and Plaquemine came under effective Union control soon thereafter as part of securing the Mississippi River corridor. Civil authority and commerce in the town continued under occupation, which explains the issuance and circulation of municipal scrip dated both before and after Union control. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $400-600 171 171 LA. Corporation of Plaquemine, 1862, 5 Cents Issued Obsolete Scrip Note Plaquemine. March 1, 1862. Corporation of Plaquemine Municipal Scrip Note, Five Cents. Unlisted municipal issue. Issued municipal fractional currency note payable to bearer at the Treasurer’s Office, denominated Five Cents, with text stating redemption in Confederate Treasury Notes in sums of five dollars. Printed in black ink on brown paper with simple ornamental borders and vertical “FIVE CENTS” denomination panels at the sides; the note bears a handwritten serial number “2404” and manuscript signatures of the Treasurer and Mayor, with place and date printed below. The reverse is blank, as issued. The condition ranges from Choice Fine to VF condition. Printer not indicated. The Union took control of Plaquemine in May 1862, shortly after the capture and occupation of Baton Rouge (May 9, 1862). Union naval forces moved upriver following the fall of New Orleans (April 25, 1862), and Plaquemine came under effective Union control soon thereafter as part of securing the Mississippi River corridor. Civil authority and commerce in the town continued under occupation, which explains the issuance and circulation of municipal scrip dated both before and after Union control. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $400-600 172 172 LA. NewOrleans, Jackson &Great Northern Rail Road, Co., 1861, $2, Issued Obsolete Scrip Note New Orleans, LA. Nov. 16, 1861. New Orleans, Jackson & Great Northern Railroad Company Obsolete Scrip Note, Two Dollars. Unlisted railroad issue. Issued railroad company scrip note payable to bearer, denominated Two Dollars, printed in black ink on thin paper with ornate borders and a central vignette depicting a steam locomotive pulling passenger cars, with additional decorative side panels and obligation text stating the note is receivable in payment of dues to the company. The note bears manuscript signatures of company officers and red serial number “747”; the reverse is blank, as issued. Produced during the Civil War period to facilitate transactions amid shortages of circulating currency. The condition ranges from Fine to Choice Fine condition, with folds, edge wear, and age toning consistent with circulation. Douglas Eng., N.Orleans. ������������������������������������������� Est. $130-200