Educational notes

Educational notes: The Series 1896 $1, $2 and $5 silver certificates are called Educational notes because of the allegorical and educational themes of the vignettes. Replaced in 1899 with a new series.

Also displayed were plate proofs of the Series of 1896 "Educational Notes," which at present have been retained by the Harry W. Bass, Jr.

See also: Essay, Denomination, Vignette, Encased postage stamp, Counterfeit