This United States two-dollar Federal Reserve Note, issued in 1976, represents one of the most distinctive modern American banknotes due to its unusual denomination and its historically significant reverse design. The obverse features a finely engraved portrait of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, accompanied by the Treasury seal in green and the signatures of the Treasurer of the United States and the Secretary of the Treasury. The reverse of the note depicts the famous painting by John Trumbull, “The Declaration of Independence, 1776,” highlighting the presentation of the draft to Congress, a patriotic scene deeply embedded in American cultural identity. Printed in black and green with detailed ornamental borders, this note was part of the 1976 series, released to commemorate the U.S. Bicentennial, making it especially collectible. While two-dollar notes have long been rare in circulation, this issue has gained prominence among collectors due to its historical theme, aesthetic appeal, and relatively limited use in everyday transactions. Measuring approximately 156 x 66 mm, printed on cotton-linen paper with embedded security fibers, this note is a testament to both American history and numismatic artistry.
Condition: Circulated, with visible folds and slight wear but retaining clear details and legible inscriptions.