More Examples of Southern State Issued Banknotes of the Confederacy
SOUTH CAROLINA
On December 20, 1860, South Carolina became the 1st State to secede from the Union and on April 12, 1861 became the 1st State to fire upon the Union. South Carolina, unlike the other Southern States that issued their own currency to finance the War, relied on taxes and bonds of which the Bank of South Carolina was the agent. In turn, the Bank issued currency for circulation.
... State of South Carolina 1861
25 Cent Fractional Note with bombardment of Fort Sumter. This particular note is dated April 13, 1861, the day that the fort was surrendered.
... State of South Carolina 1861
$5 Note with Indian maid, Liberty and a picture of John C. Calhoun, ex-Vice President and champion of States Rights. This note is dated April 14, 1861, one day after the bombardment and surrender of Fort Sumter.
... State of South Carolina 1861
$10 Note with sailing ships
... State of South Carolina 1863
75 Cent Fractional Note with Palmetto trees, the State symbol
