A Surviving Pierre, Dakota Territorial
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 shared a newly discovered Dakota territorial note, which is big news as any Dakota territorial find is significant.
This is the first territorial note to appear from Pierre, the capital of South Dakota, holding a special appeal due to its namesake connection.
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.
Author's summary: Rare note from Pierre adds to numismatic history.