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Federal Reserve 1934 $500 Note, Chicago PMG 35

$500 Federal Reserve Note
PMG Choice Very Fine 35
Dated 1934

This 1934A $500 Federal Reserve Note, issued by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, represents one of the highest denominations ever authorized for U.S. currency. Bearing the serial number G00117493A and graded PMG Choice Very Fine 35, this note retains strong paper integrity, balanced margins and bold ink contrast—attributes that underscore its originality and appeal to advanced collectors. High-denomination notes such as this were printed for interbank transactions and rarely entered general circulation, contributing to their scarcity today.

The note features a dignified portrait of President William McKinley, framed by the intricate scrollwork and classical ornamentation that defined American engraving in the early 20th century. Issued during the Great Depression, the 1934A series marks the final generation of $500 notes produced before the denomination was retired in 1969. The “G7” indicators and matching serial numbers identify this example’s issuance from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, one of twelve regional Reserve Banks in the United States.

2 5/8“ high x 6 1/2” wide
$500 Federal Reserve Note
PMG Choice Very Fine 35
Dated 1934

This 1934A $500 Federal Reserve Note, issued by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, represents one of the highest denominations ever authorized for U.S. currency. Bearing the serial number G00117493A and graded PMG Choice Very Fine 35, this note retains strong paper integrity, balanced margins and bold ink contrast—attributes that underscore its originality and appeal to advanced collectors. High-denomination notes such as this were printed for interbank transactions and rarely entered general circulation, contributing to their scarcity today.

The note features a dignified portrait of President William McKinley, framed by the intricate scrollwork and classical ornamentation that defined American engraving in the early 20th century. Issued during the Great Depression, the 1934A series marks the final generation of $500 notes produced before the denomination was retired in 1969. The “G7” indicators and matching serial numbers identify this example’s issuance from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, one of twelve regional Reserve Banks in the United States.

2 5/8“ high x 6 1/2” wide
$1,907.50

Original: $5,450.00

-65%
Federal Reserve 1934 $500 Note, Chicago PMG 35

$5,450.00

$1,907.50

Description

$500 Federal Reserve Note
PMG Choice Very Fine 35
Dated 1934

This 1934A $500 Federal Reserve Note, issued by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, represents one of the highest denominations ever authorized for U.S. currency. Bearing the serial number G00117493A and graded PMG Choice Very Fine 35, this note retains strong paper integrity, balanced margins and bold ink contrast—attributes that underscore its originality and appeal to advanced collectors. High-denomination notes such as this were printed for interbank transactions and rarely entered general circulation, contributing to their scarcity today.

The note features a dignified portrait of President William McKinley, framed by the intricate scrollwork and classical ornamentation that defined American engraving in the early 20th century. Issued during the Great Depression, the 1934A series marks the final generation of $500 notes produced before the denomination was retired in 1969. The “G7” indicators and matching serial numbers identify this example’s issuance from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, one of twelve regional Reserve Banks in the United States.

2 5/8“ high x 6 1/2” wide
Federal Reserve 1934 $500 Note, Chicago PMG 35 | M.S. Rau