In 1861, eleven states seceded from the Union and formed the Confederate States of America. In order to finance the Southern war effort, the Confederate government issued banknotes, commonly referredto as "Greybacks," in denominations ranging from 50 cents to $1000. As the Civil War dragged on, they continued to produce increasing numbers of Greybacks, which led to steep inflation rates anda loss of confidence in the rebel currency. By 1864, many believed these banknotes to be worthless, and the Greybacks were abandoned for the use of Northern Greenbacks or bartering. Luckily for collectors, not all of these banknotes were destroyed after the Confederate Army finally surrendered in 1865. Examples of Greybacks still exist today, but none are as rare and valuable as the "Big Six." These six notes are important glimpses into our past that are highly coveted by collectors and are now virtually unattainable: 1. $5 Indian Princess Note - Third Series Nov. 1861-Dec. 1861 7,160 issued 2. $10 Eagle & Shield Note - Third Series Nov. 1861-Dec. 1861 8,576 issued 3. $50 Montgomery Note - First Series April 1861-June 1861 1,606 issued 4. $100 Montgomery Note - First SeriesApril 1861-June 1861 1,606 issued 5. $500 Montgomery Note - First Series April 1861-June 1861 607 issued 6. $1,000 Montgomery Note - First Series April 1861-June 1861 607 issued This complete setof 24k gold-layered coins is available exclusively from American Mint and gives you the oportunity to add the rarest and most valuable Confederate banknotes to your own collection. These large commemorative coins are layered in 24k gold and feature full-color, photo realistic reproductions of the Big Six Confederate Notes. Each exquisite coin is minted to the highest quality "Proof" standard and comes encased in a clear archival shell to protect it for future generations. The entire collection is presented in a special edition collector's folder that includes an informative history of theConfederate Big Six Banknotes.