Rare CSA $100 Confederate Bond – Montgomery 1861 – First Capital Issue Civil War

For serious collectors of Civil War history: offered here is a truly significant relic, an original Confederate States of America $100 bond issued in Montgomery, Alabama on May 1, 1861 — during the earliest days of the Confederacy, when Montgomery briefly served as its first capital. This bond is part of the historic “Loan of Fifteen Millions” Act of February 28, 1861, used to finance the Confederacy’s war effort in its infancy. Printed by Douglas Engravers, New Orleans, it carries an 8% annual interest rate, payable semi-annually, and is boldly serial numbered No. 1256 with handwritten signatures still sharp and visible. Key Highlights: • Early Montgomery-issued Confederate bond (scarcer than later Richmond bonds) • $100 denomination, engraved with allegorical vignette of Liberty and commerce • Bold calligraphy, crisp borders, and historic engraver’s imprint intact • Exceptional survivor: over 160 years old, yet still highly presentable • Direct link to the Confederacy’s founding months This piece is more than antique paper — it is an artifact that captures the financial backbone of a nation that no longer exists. Montgomery-issued Confederate bonds are widely regarded as scarcer and more desirable than later issues, making this a cornerstone item for advanced collectors. Asking Price: $700 OBO A bond of this type and origin belongs in a serious Civil War collection, private library, or museum. Opportunities to acquire first-capital Montgomery Confederate bonds in strong condition are increasingly rare. Secure this extraordinary piece of history today.

Condition

Used (normal wear)

Composition

Paper

Grade

Ungraded

Certification

Original confederate bond