1929 $20 National Stock Yards National Bank of National City Illinois Note

Description: The National Stock Yards National Bank of National City, Illinois was located in a town with a rich history tied to the livestock industry. Established as part of the National Stock Yards, the bank primarily served the bustling livestock market and associated businesses in the region.Historical Context:National City, Illinois: This town was created to support the operations of the National Stock Yards, a major livestock hub established in the late 19th century. The stockyards were instrumental in processing and shipping livestock across the Midwest and beyond, playing a critical role in the region’s economy. The town itself was a company town, closely tied to the stockyards’ operations.The Bank’s Role: Chartered in 1925, the National Stock Yards National Bank (Charter #12991) provided financial services to stockyard operators, traders, and businesses dependent on the livestock trade. It served as a vital institution for managing transactions within one of the nation's largest livestock processing centers.The Bank’s Legacy: The bank operated during a time when the National Stock Yards were at their peak, contributing significantly to the economic vitality of National City and the surrounding region. However, as the livestock industry modernized and centralized elsewhere, the significance of the stockyards and the bank diminished. Today, artifacts like the 1929 $20 note serve as historical reminders of the bank's role in supporting one of America's key industries during its height. Such notes are prized by collectors not only for their monetary value but also for the rich historical context they represent, linking them to the unique heritage of the town and its livestock-centered economy.

Price: 250 USD

Location: Seminole, Florida

End Time: 2024-12-19T01:44:56.000Z

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