Offered is an authentic **1899 United States $1 Silver Certificate “Black Eagle”**, **Friedberg Fr\. 229a**, featuring the scarce **Vernon–McClung** signature combination\.
### Details
- **Series:** 1899
- **Denomination:** $1 Silver Certificate
- **Type:** Black Eagle
- **Friedberg:** **Fr\. 229a**
- **Signatures:** William T\. Vernon / Lee McClung
- **Serial Number:** **R79630668R**
- **Blue Treasury seal and serial numbers**
- Large\-size U\.S\. currency
The **Fr\. 229a variety is distinguished by the vertically positioned Series of 1899 designation** and is considerably scarcer than the more commonly encountered 1899 Black Eagle varieties\.
### Condition
Approximately **Fine**, based on visual inspection\. The note has circulation wear, folds, age\-related discoloration, and handwritten/ink markings on both sides\. The paper remains intact with attractive, detailed engraving and good overall margins\.
**Please examine all photographs carefully; the actual note pictured is the note you will receive\.**
A wonderful piece of American currency history and an excellent addition to a collection of large\-size U\.S\. notes, Silver Certificates, or Black Eagles\.