FREE: 1807 Berkshire Bank-Pittsfield, Ma. $10.00 Banknote

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Most people have heard of the Great Depression in the late 20's-30's that their parents went through. But there was another most do not know about. The Depression of 1807-1814 in the U.S. The most likely reason for the depression of 1807-1814 was the trade embargo imposed by President Thomas Jefferson to try to keep the U.S. from getting involved in the wars raging in Europe. Britain and France were engaged in yet another struggle for primacy in Europe. This banknote, which I acquired 20 years ago is dated 1807 and was issued by Berkshire Bank in Pittsfield. It was made to facilitate commerce when people took all of their change out of circulation to hoard because they did not trust the banks. An average person back then would be hard pressed to use one of these. They were made for business's to continue doing trade. Printed on Onion paper on one side only. The serial number was written by hand in red ink and each note was also was also signed by hand at the bottom. A little history for you.