1928 $100 Gold Certificate Currency Note Woods Mellon PMG VF 25 (Ink)

1928 $100 Gold Certificate Currency Note Woods Mellon PMG VF 25 (Ink)

The 1928 $100 Gold Certificate is an extraordinary survivor from one of the most storied chapters of American currency. Certified VF 25 by PMG with an Ink notation, this note bears the signatures of Woods-Mellon and remains a scarce collectible, particularly sought after by advanced paper money enthusiasts. Distinguished by its bright gold-colored seal and serial numbers, this note represented the promise that it could be redeemed for gold coin at the U.S. Treasury—a practice that ended in the 1930s following the Gold Reserve Act.

The Series of 1928 Gold Certificates were the last of their kind issued for public use in the United States. Backed by and redeemable in gold coin, these notes reflected the economic environment of the late 1920s and early 1930s. After 1933, the redemption privilege was revoked, and most notes were withdrawn and destroyed, making surviving examples rare and highly collectible.

Key Attributes:

• Denomination: $100
• Series: 1928
• Graded VF 25 (lnk)
• Graded by PMG (Paper Money Guaranty)
• Obverse: Features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin at center with “GOLD CERTIFICATE” at the top and an ornate gold seal.
• Reverse: Showcases an image of Independence Hall, a historic building in Philadelphia where the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated and adopted. Inscriptions include “THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”

Why Collect This Rare Currency?

• Historic Gold-Backed Note: Directly tied to America’s gold standard monetary system.
• Scarce Survivor: Most notes were redeemed or destroyed after 1933.
• Prestige & Rarity: A centerpiece for advanced U.S. currency collections.

The 1928 $100 Gold Certificate Woods-Mellon PMG VF 25 (Ink) is a remarkable piece of monetary history, combining rarity, artistry, and direct ties to the gold standard era. For collectors seeking an iconic U.S. note with historical depth and long-term appeal, this gold certificate is a must-have acquisition.

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