City of Alexandria, Virginia - Public Improvement Bond 1953

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Beautifully engraved Specimen certificate from the City of Alexandria dated 1953. This historic document was printed by Security Bank Note Company and has an ornate border around it with a vignette of the Virginia state seal. This item has printed signatures by the Mayor and City Clerk and is over 51 years old. 10 coupons attached not shown in scan.
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