1963 $2 Red Seal United States Note – Serial A12016997A

1963 $2 Red Seal United States Note | Serial A12016997A

A genuine piece of American currency history — the iconic 1963 Series $2 Red Seal United States Note. Distinguished by its bold red Treasury seal and serial numbers, this note predates the modern Federal Reserve Note design and represents one of the last issues of the classic Legal Tender Note series. Serial number A12016997A.

Note Specifications

• Denomination: $2 (Two Dollars)
• Series: 1963
• Type: United States Note (Legal Tender Note)
• Seal Color: Red
• Serial Number: A12016997A
• Treasurer: Kathryn O’Hay Granahan
• Secretary: C. Douglas Dillon
• Condition: Circulated – Fine/Very Fine

What Makes Red Seal $2 Notes Special

The red seal $2 note was issued as a United States Note — a direct obligation of the U.S. government, distinct from the green seal Federal Reserve Notes in common use today. The 1963 series was among the final issues before the $2 denomination was temporarily discontinued, making these notes a beloved collectible for paper money enthusiasts.

Historical Significance

The portrait of Thomas Jefferson has graced the $2 bill since 1869. The 1963 red seal notes were signed by Treasurer Kathryn O’Hay Granahan and Secretary C. Douglas Dillon — a signature combination that collectors specifically seek out. These notes circulated during the Kennedy era and carry genuine mid-century American history.

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