CVC & Collectables presents this 1928 $500 Federal Reserve Note from the Atlanta District (F), certified PMG About Uncirculated 53 Details. Bearing the signature combination of Woods and Mellon, this is part of the very first small-size $500 note series ever issued, making it a foundational piece for any serious U.S. currency collection.
Although the note carries a Details designation, it retains bold eye appeal, excellent paper quality, and strong inks. With high-denomination notes no longer in circulation since 1969, this example offers both historical weight and investment potential.
Note Highlights:
- Issuing Authority: Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (District F)
- Series: 1928
- Denomination: $500
- Signatures: Woods – Mellon
- Friedberg Number: Fr. 2201-F
- Seal & Serial Color: Green
- Certification: PMG About Uncirculated 53 Details
- Grade Notes: Minor issue noted by PMG, but retains sharp edges and crisp appearance
- Serial Number Block: Federal Reserve Green Seal
- Paper Type: Small-size U.S. Federal Reserve Note
- Withdrawn: No longer issued post-1969
Collectibility:
The Fr. 2201-F $500 note is sought after due to its historical importance as part of the inaugural small-size issue and its association with Andrew W. Mellon, a powerful figure in Depression-era finance. While graded with details, the AU condition and strong visual integrity make it an excellent choice for collectors looking to acquire high-denomination notes without paying a mint-state premium.
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