Bowers and Merena is having an auction on 6/5/08 that contains about 100 obsolete notes including at least 20 proofs.
http://bowersandmerena.comTwo of the proofs are SENC but not in Christie.
The Wisconsin proof is neither in Christie’s nor in Haxby as a proof.
There are also 3 TN notes.
Unfortunately the images are so small (~ 35 kB) that it is nearly impossible to distinguish imprints without guessing.
Lot # 2349 is described as:
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Baltimore, MD. The American Bank. Proof. $1. PMG Gem Uncirculated 65EPQ.
This pleasing NBNC proof has a very well displayed vignette of a harbor packed with tall ships. The portrait of Daniel Webster at the right is slightly different from the norm, making it more than convincing that engraving such a person is a tough endeavor. The margins are very nice, bringing the look of the green inks used into sharp focus. Est. $350 - $700
This NBNC “proof” is MD-10-G2a. The NBNC was formed in 1859 when about 10% of the “printers” did not join in the formation of the ABNC. It subsequently joined the ABNC in 1879. Notice that there are no cancellation holes. Did the NBNC not use these? Only a few dozen banks used the NBNC in the last stages of the “obsolete” era.
The next lot is described as (see images):
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Baltimore, MD. The American Bank. May 20, 1861. $1. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58EPQ.
This note has an interesting reverse that has been printed with an advertisement from an early numismatist. It reads; "S.K. Harzfeld, Numismatist. 1713 Park Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. Rare and Antique Coins, Medals, Numismatic Books, etc., Bought Sold and Exchanged." The note itself has retained a great look with deep color and a pleasing harbor vignette in the center. Est. $200 - $400
This certainly is a remainder, later used as an advertisement – not atypical. So was the previous lot a remainder or a proof? Looking at the paper quality of the two notes, it probably was a proof! But buyers be very careful.
Bernie