Series 1935 D United States One Dollar Silver Certificate
Paper Currency (Silver Certificate/Numismatics) · United States Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) for the U.S. Treasury Department
Pattern: Series 1935 D; Small-size note format; Blue Seal and Serial Numbers
Type
Paper Currency (Silver Certificate/Numismatics)
Maker
United States Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) for the U.S. Treasury Department
Material
Paper consist of 75% cotton and 25% linen fibers with red and blue security threads; Represents an obligation for silver coin or bullion
Dimensions
Standard small-size currency: Approximately 6.14 x 2.61 inches (156 x 66 mm); Weight is negligible (approx. 1 gram per note)
Description
A stack of Series 1935 D one-dollar silver certificates featuring the portrait of George Washington. These notes are famous for the blue seal and the text stating they are payable to the bearer in silver on demand. While not silver objects themselves, they represent the historical American monetary system backed by precious metals.
Key Features
Blue Treasury Seal; 'Silver Certificate' header; 'In Silver Payable to the Bearer on Demand' text; Series 1935 D identifier
Material & Composition
Paper consist of 75% cotton and 25% linen fibers with red and blue security threads; Represents an obligation for silver coin or bullion
Finish & Decoration
Intaglio printing process; Blue Treasury seal (right); Blue serial numbers; Large gray '1' (left); Portrait of George Washington
Hallmarks & Stamps
Serial number H68613778 G; Check letter J; Plate numbers J6537; Facsimile signatures of Georgia Neese Clark (Treasurer) and John W. Snyder (Secretary of the Treasury)
Construction Details
High-pressure intaglio engraving; Machine-printed serial numbers and seals; Stack of multiple notes visible in side profile
Functional Features
Former legal tender redeemable for silver dollar coins or silver granules (redemption privilege ended June 24, 1968)
Handle & Grip Details
None; Item is a stack of paper currency showing heavy handling wear and vertical center creasing
Craftsmanship Details
Expertly engraved steel plates used for printing; intricate lathe work 'cycloid' patterns on borders to prevent counterfeiting
Authentication Indicators
Correct blue ink saturation; Intaglio 'feel' (raised ink); Signature consistency for Series 1935 D; Genuine paper texture and security fibers
Origin & Manufacturing
United States of America; Manufactured in Washington, D.C. at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Era & Period
Mid-20th Century (Post-WWII / Early Cold War); Produced during the Clark-Snyder signature tenure (1949-1953)
Age Estimate
Circa 1949-1953 based on Series 1935 D designation and signature combination
Cultural Significance
Represents the transition of the U.S. monetary system from commodity-backed 'hard' money to fiat currency; a relic of the American silver standard era
Condition Notes
Circulated/Very Good (VG) to Fine (F) condition; Significant vertical center fold, corner rounding, edge fraying, and general soiling/toning from circulation
Value Estimate
$2.00 to $5.00 per note in this circulated condition; Premium for the stack quantity and any consecutive serial numbers if present
Care & Maintenance
Store in PVC-free currency sleeves (Mylar); Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; Avoid folding or using adhesive tape
Similar Pieces
Series 1957 Silver Certificates (include 'In God We Trust'); Federal Reserve Notes (Green Seal); United States Notes (Red Seal)
Interesting Facts
Until 1968, these could be exchanged at the Treasury for physical raw silver. The 1935 series notes were the last to be printed without 'In God We Trust' (which was added to 1935 G and H series later).