This is an authentic piece of colonial currency from the 1700's. These early U.S. currency pieces from the colonies that would make up our states are a true piece of history. This one was issued the Connecticut colony. It is clearly dated from October 11th 1777. This one was worth the amount seven pence. Yes that's right at that time currency was still figured in English or Spanish values. Because it was for a small amount, the note is small in size as well. On the lower left hand side it has the image of the seal of Connecticut. On the back of the note it is unmarked which is referred to as being "Uniface" by collectors. The note measures approximately 2 inches by 2-3/8ths inches in overall size and is in attractive displaying circulated condition. The is the slit along the bottom edge of the note that is the marking to let you know that it was taken out of circulation which was called cut-cancellation. The note was professionally graded by the PMG Company and they rated it as being "Choice Extremely Fine". It comes in their acid free holder for display and preservation. This is a nice authentic early piece of paper money from a colony of the soon to be United States.