Confederate States of America (1863) 25-Cent Banknote Issued by the State of Alabama

This is an authentic Confederate States of America (CSA) '25-Cent' fractional currency banknote clearly marked by the '25' in the upper right corner and the text "Twenty-Five Cents" across the center. It was issued on 1 January 1863 by the state of Alabama during the American Civil War. The currency is obsolete and thus, no longer legal tender. The currency is a 2nd series banknote and is signed by the governor of Alabama, John Gill shorter who served in this role from 2 December 1861 until 1 December 1863. Highlighting its function as legal tender within Alabama, the banknote note states, "Receivable in Payment of all Public Dues". Measurements: Length: 5" Height: 2 1/2" Historical Context: CSA currency was relegated worthless & became obsolete as legal tender following their defeat in the Civil War. However, they represent a part of the financial history of the CSA during the American Civil War & thus these banknotes have become collector's pieces. ————————————————--------- Confederate States of America (1863) '25-Cent' Banknote Issued by the State of Alabama $48.00 * Authentic * ————————————————----------