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EDM Valued Member United States 292 Posts	Posted 09/14/2020 7:07 pm Among my family keepsakes is this 1886 Martha Washington $1. My grandfather was a sniper during WWI and didn't get paid until he returned to the US when they paid him in $1 bills. He kept a few and I inherited this one. Its fairly decent except for the creases. Is there a way to remove the creases or otherwise conserve this bill? Thanks. Report this Post to the Staff

oriole Pillar of the Community Canada 5239 Posts	Posted 09/14/2020 7:12 pm The creases cannot be removed. The fibers are broken, and that is permanent Just stick it in a stiff plastic currency holder. Report this Post to the Staff
WheatBack Pillar of the Community United States 2850 Posts	Posted 09/14/2020 7:14 pm DO NOT TRY TO CONSERVE OR REMOVE THE CREASES! This adds to the originality of the note. This is a very nice example and would probably garner an "EPQ" designation at PMG (pending no pinholes or other issues). That makes it more desirable. Once you try to flatten or press it, it loses its originality that is desired. My suggestion is get it in a currency sleeve and leave it as is. Report this Post to the Staff
Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 09/14/2020 7:33 pm Do not attempt to improve the note. Paper looks nice, maybe VF-20/25. Value around $300 retail. Report this Post to the Staff
jbuck Moderator United States 188191 Posts	Posted 09/15/2020 11:40 am I love a sentimental example! Please take the advice given above. Coin Collector Since 1978 Avatar Old Avatar 7070 Eisenhower Australia Canada World CCF Members on eBay CCF eBay Search Engine Report this Post to the Staff
SteveInTampa Pillar of the Community United States 4637 Posts	Posted 09/15/2020 12:23 pm Love your note ! An original Martha with great color and eye appeal. I firmly agree with the others about attempting any improvements-just don't. Having a note with family history is wonderful, having an all-original Martha Washington with family history is Awesome. Report this Post to the Staff
westernsky Pillar of the Community United States 7618 Posts	Posted 09/15/2020 12:31 pm Very nice note with wonderful color and originality. Put it in a high quality currency sleeve and leave it alone! Thanks for posting! Report this Post to the Staff
captaincoffee Pillar of the Community United States 600 Posts	Posted 09/17/2020 9:42 pm This is a great note in great condition. Love it. Need it. Report this Post to the Staff
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