1899 $5 Chief Silver Certificate (Fr. 281)

A pleasing Choice VF example with notably strong ink contrast for the type - the blue seal and serials pop against evenly handled paper. Margins are well balanced with no frame breaks, giving the face a clean, squared look and solid eye appeal. The reverse retains deep, vibrant green with good detail throughout. Paper remains sound and supple in the holder, with natural surfaces and no distracting stains or foxing visible. Some light vertical folds account for the grade, but the overall presentation is crisp and attractive in this PMG holder.