1974 and 1977 Fifty Dollar Federal Notes Lot

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 photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer's premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms."Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction."ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions." References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to