$1 1928 Silver Cert, Fr. 1600 C-A Block FUNNY BACK first year of small size CHEAP XF

$1 1928 Silver Certificate – “Funny Back”
Fr. 1600 • B–A Block • Tate–Mellon Signatures • First Year of Small Size

A foundational note for any small-size collection, this $1 1928 Silver Certificate (Fr. 1600) represents the first year of small-size U.S. currency—a landmark transition from the large-size notes of earlier decades.

This issue is part of the popular “Funny Back” series, named for its ornate and highly stylized reverse design, which looks dramatically different from the modern $1 bill. Its bold blue overprints and early-style layout give it unmistakable vintage charm.

Bearing the Tate–Mellon signature combination and the C–A block, this Extremely Fine example shows minimal and gentle handling while retaining solid detail and eye appeal. A great opportunity to add a first-year type note at a CHEAP price point.

A classic early note from the beginning of the small-size era—always desirable and always collectible.