Expert: PAPAJACK - 11/24/2006

Question
I have a 1950 - 50 dollar silver certificate in excellent condition and would like an approximate value. There are only a couple of small wrinkles from the past, no tears, no missing corners, very good condition.

Answer
Hello Teressa,   

I need a bit more information for the answer. There were no 50 dollar silver certificate issued.
Silver Certificates came in $1 from 1928 to 1957, $5 from 1934 to , and $10 denominations from 1933 - 1953.
Gold Certificates came in 1928 $10, $20,  $50,  $100,  $500, $1000, $5000 and $10,000 denominations with the series 1928.
Take a closer look at the note, double check the series date and the color of the seals.
What does it say across the top (above the portrait) United States Note,  Federal Reserve Note or Silver Certificate?
Silver Certificates – these small size (current size) notes are similar to today’s Federal Reserve Notes except that they have blue treasury seals and serial numbers. In circulated condition, they carry only minimal premiums over face value. Some exceptions are replacement notes (which have a * as part of the serial number) and a few of the very early series, as well as notes with errors or special or fancy serial numbers. When in doubt, consult one of several price guides that are readily available.
United States Notes – these small size notes have red treasury seals and serial numbers and again command only modest premiums over face value if in circulated condition. $100’s, particularly in Uncirculated condition, do bring premiums over face value.

Please write me back to confirm the information and I will find what you have. and an approximate value.

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PapaJack