Archives International Auctions Auction 89 November 21, 2023

Archives International Auctions - The Huntsville Collection 9 November 21, 2023 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com Springfield - Springfield was once Conway County’s seat of government and grew due to its confluence of roads connecting the town to other growing areas. The Cherokee settled Springfield prior to their departure following the Treaty of 1828. Springfield was thriving following its election as county seat in 1850, although a tornado later required many of the buildings in town to be rebuilt. Two Confederate regiments were mustered in Springfield, which set off a Union company’s burning of the local courthouse in 1864. The war left its mark on the city, as growth following the period was slow. The advent of the telephone and automobile contributed to the decline of Springfield, and today it is an unincorporated community that is still home to a post office that serves the public. 14 14 Springfield, Arkansas. Hinkle &Sons, 1862, 75 Cents, Obsolete Scrip Note Springfield, Conway County, Arkansas. 1862, Hinkle & Sons. 75 Cents, Unlisted denomination, (Rothert 614-3 Unlisted), Issued obsolete scrip note, Light green text, Allegorical woman at left, Profile of a dog’s head at center bottom, Signed by Hinkle & Sons at bottom right, S/N 323, Fine to Choice Fine condition with toning, a horizontal 1/2 inch split on the right middle border, mostly on the outer margin, and wear, Printer: J.D. Butler, Print. Lit Rock. Rothert mentions the possibility of other denominations. No other examples of the 75 cents denomination has appeared in auction. Very possibly unique. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $1250-2500