{"product_id":"1928-100-federal-reserve-note-chicago-district-7-gold-redemption-clause-benjamin-franklin-series-of-1928","title":"1928 $100 Federal Reserve Note — Chicago District 7 | Gold Redemption Clause | Benjamin Franklin | Series of 1928 (PSV 35)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMetalStacks is proud to present this historic \u003cstrong\u003eSeries of 1928 $100 Federal Reserve Note\u003c\/strong\u003e — the very first small-size one hundred dollar bill ever issued by the United States government, and one of the most sought-after notes in all of American paper money collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e(PSV 35)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFirst-year issue of the modern small-size $100 Federal Reserve Note — a landmark in U.S. monetary history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBears the coveted \u003cstrong\u003eGold Redemption Clause\u003c\/strong\u003e — \"Redeemable in Gold on Demand at the United States Treasury or in Gold or Lawful Money at Any Federal Reserve Bank\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIssued by the \u003cstrong\u003eFederal Reserve Bank of Chicago\u003c\/strong\u003e (District 7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSigned by Secretary of the Treasury \u003cstrong\u003eAndrew W. Mellon\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most prominent Treasury Secretaries in American history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOne-of-one note with unique serial number G00108308A, presented in a premium display frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e $100 One Hundred Dollars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal Reserve Note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1928\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e G00108308A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFederal Reserve District:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 — Chicago\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreasurer Signature:\u003c\/strong\u003e H.T. Tate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecretary of Treasury Signature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Andrew W. Mellon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeal Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.14\" × 2.61\" (156 mm × 66 mm) — standard small-size format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bureau of Engraving and Printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eObverse:\u003c\/em\u003e Centers on the iconic intaglio-engraved portrait of \u003cstrong\u003eBenjamin Franklin\u003c\/strong\u003e, Founding Father, diplomat, inventor, and statesman. The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago district seal bearing the numeral \"7\" appears to the left, with the green Treasury seal to the right. The gold redemption clause is prominently printed above the portrait. Signatures of Treasurer H.T. Tate and Secretary Andrew W. Mellon appear at the bottom. Serial number G00108308A prints twice in green ink. \"FEDERAL RESERVE NOTE\" and \"THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA\" appear across the top in bold intaglio lettering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eReverse:\u003c\/em\u003e Features the classic intaglio engraving of \u003cstrong\u003eIndependence Hall\u003c\/strong\u003e in Philadelphia — the birthplace of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution — rendered in rich green ink against an ornate geometric border. \"ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS\" and \"THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA\" frame the central vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Series of 1928 marked a transformative moment in American monetary history. Prior to 1928, U.S. currency was issued in large-size format — significantly bigger than today's bills. The 1928 series introduced the standardized small-size note format still in use today, making this note the direct ancestor of every $100 bill in your wallet. Critically, the 1928 $100 FRN still carried the \u003cstrong\u003eGold Redemption Clause\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting the United States' continued adherence to the gold standard — a clause that would be eliminated in subsequent series as the country moved away from gold backing during the Great Depression era. Secretary of the Treasury \u003cstrong\u003eAndrew W. Mellon\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose signature appears on this note, served under three presidents — Harding, Coolidge, and Hoover — and was one of the most powerful financial figures in American history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis one-of-one note, bearing the unique serial number G00108308A, is presented in a protective rigid currency holder mounted in a wood display frame with black matted backdrop — ready to display, gift, or add to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eA cornerstone piece for any serious U.S. currency collection — the first year of the modern $100 bill, with gold redemption language, bearing one of history's most celebrated Treasury signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAdd this rare American currency treasure to your collection today and it ships fast from MetalStacks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e(561) 529-3001 | \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"mailto:support@metalstacks.com\"\u003esupport@metalstacks.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJoin the Community. 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