$50 Confederate Note

During the Civil War, the Confederate States of America issued its own paper currency as an alternative to United States currency.  Denominations ranged from fifty cents to one-thousand dollars.  Beginning with the issues of 1861 and running through 1864, 72 major types were created.  Many of the $50 Notes have blank backs, while some feature the denomination and elaborate designs.

As proof of its authenticity, each Confederate bill was hand-signed and -numbered by Confederate officials. 

At the end of the Civil War in 1865, all Confederate currency was demonetized, and much of it was destroyed.  Only a fraction survived, and those are treasured.  Confederate money has gained a large following among collectors, and are an essential part of United States history.  This is an authentic piece of Civil War history that is now over 165 years old.