New York (USA), Cuba, Republica de Cuba (Junta Central Republicana de Cuba y Puerto Rico), 10 pesos, 17-8-1869, serial Z 837, PMG VF 20 net / rust & edge damage, ex-EMO collection. SCWPM--63. Issued in 1869 during the Ten Years' War (1868-78) by a New York City-based revolutionary group intent on raising funds for overthrowing the Spanish authorities on the islands. The group's leaders were arrested that year for violating US neutrality laws. PMG notes rust (a few small spots around the center) and edge damage (localized on the left margin), which are rather typical for these notes. What is uncommon is the especially bold red seal and blue signatures. PMG #8009194-008.
Estimate: $2000-3000