A Rare Discovery in Numismatic History
A newly discovered Dakota territorial note from Pierre adds a rare chapter to numismatic history, linking South Dakota’s capital to its fur-trading and banking roots.
Jess Lipka recently shared this newly discovered Dakota territorial note, which is significant news for numismatists, as any Dakota territorial find is big news.
This is the first territorial note to appear from Pierre, the capital of South Dakota, holding a special appeal due to its historical significance.
The town was named for Pierre Chouteau, Jr. (1789-1865), an entrepreneur from the wealthy Chouteau fur-trading family of Saint Louis.
Pierre was formally incorporated in 1880 as the western terminus of the Chicago and North Western Railway at the Missouri River.
The author claims a personal connection to the town, as "Pierre" is French for "Peter", and the town's name holds a special meaning.
Author's summary: A rare Dakota territorial note discovered in Pierre.
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