Railroad Currency
Railroads played an important part in the 1830's through 1900's printing money for their employees and others. A research paper published by John A. Muscalus, Ph.D. shows images of more than 100 bank notes. Printed in 1971 it is a very interesting research report on this subject, and worth looking into.
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CoinLady
Level 6
Don't forget the Mexican silver coin, Ferrocarril. Many railroad buffs out there.
Kepi
Level 6
I really like the railroad theme on old currency. With all the detail on the trains it's really beautiful. Thanks for a fun blog!
Big Nub Numismatics
Level 5
The ANA published an article on railroad notes in Antebellum America that was written very well. These notes are beautiful, and the artistry is amazing. I will look into this more.
Mokester
Level 5
the 2007 Utah Quarter shows the historic meeting of the Union Pacific and Central Pacific at Promontory Point. I think railroad themes on currency or coins are always popular with railroad buffs and coin collectors both.
Mike B
Level 6
The Confederate currency had many railroads on there currency during the war. It was very popular. Thanks for the info on that study. Mike