1902 $20 Lititz Springs National Bank Lititz PA National Currency CH# 9422 – ONLY ONE KNOWN FROM THIS BANK – Only 34 Total Notes Survive

1902 $20 National Currency | Plain Back | Lititz Springs National Bank | Lititz, Pennsylvania | Charter #9422 | Fr. 652 | THE ONLY KNOWN EXAMPLE FROM THIS BANK | Only 34 Total Notes Survive Across All Denominations | An Unmatched Pennsylvania Rarity

Genuine 1902 $20 Plain Back National Bank Note – The Sole Known Survivor from the Lititz Springs National Bank of Lititz, Pennsylvania (Charter #9422, Fr. 652). One of the Greatest Rarities in Pennsylvania National Bank Note Collecting.

This is an extraordinary, once‑in‑a‑lifetime opportunity to acquire a true unicorn in American numismatics. Offered here is the only known surviving National Bank Note from the Lititz Springs National Bank of Lititz, Pennsylvania (Charter #9422). This is not a reproduction. It is a genuine, large‑size currency note from the National Banking Era, and it represents the sole representative of an entire issuing institution.

According to the National Bank Note Census, this is the ONLY known note from Charter #9422 in any denomination – a unique Plain Back Fr. 652. Furthermore, across all series and denominations combined, only 34 total notes survive from this bank. This note is not just rare – it is the single existing example of its issuing institution, a distinction shared by very few notes in the entire National Bank Note collecting field.

The Ultimate Rarity – Unique Status

This is the only known National Bank Note from the Lititz Springs National Bank. No other note from this charter regardless of denomination, series, or condition has ever been recorded in public or private collections. When a collector acquires this note, they are acquiring the complete surviving output of an entire national bank.

Notes with "unique" status (only one known from the issuing bank) represent the pinnacle of National Bank Note collecting. They are the trophies that advanced collectors pursue for decades, often without success. The Lititz Springs National Bank unique joins an elite fraternity of fewer than 200 unique‑status banks out of over 14,000 national banks chartered in United States history.

Key Details

• Series: 1902 (Third Charter Period)
• Bank Name: Lititz Springs National Bank
• City: Lititz, Pennsylvania
• Charter Number: #9422
• Denomination: $20
• Variety: Plain Back
• Friedberg Number: Fr. 652 (1902 $20 Plain Back)
• Unique Status: THE ONLY KNOWN NOTE FROM THIS BANK
• Total Bank Survivors: Only 34 notes total across all denominations and series from this bank
• Size: Large size currency – approximately 7.5 x 3.1 inches
• Rarity Level: UNIQUE – The pinnacle of National Bank Note rarity

What is a Fr. 652 Plain Back?

The 1902 $20 Plain Back Fr. 652 represents a distinctive subtype within the 1902 series. The Fr. 652 variety was produced during a specific window of Plain Back production. This variety is highly sought after by advanced collectors who specialize in Friedberg number varieties.

The Fr. 652 designation specifically identifies the 1902 $20 Plain Back with a blue seal and blue serial numbers. For a unique bank like Lititz Springs, the Fr. 652 variety adds an additional layer of desirability for the variety specialist.

The Lititz Springs National Bank – A Brief History

Chartered in 1909, the Lititz Springs National Bank served the historic community of Lititz, Pennsylvania, a town founded by Moravians in the 1700s and known for its rich German heritage. The bank's name honored the famous Lititz Springs, a natural mineral spring that made the town a celebrated resort destination in the 19th century.

The bank operated past 1935, when it closed and merged with Conestoga National Bank of Lancaster in 1964. Like many smaller national banks, it printed limited quantities of currency which consisted of a total of 55,274 notes. Most were redeemed and destroyed by the Treasury Department leaving only 34 surviving notes present day. Making this single Fr. 652 Plain Back note surviving as the only known representative of the bank is nothing short of miraculous.

Why This Note is Extraordinary

Unique Status – Only Known Example, Fr. 652 Plain Back: Of the thousands of national banks chartered between 1863 and 1935, fewer than 200 have only one surviving note known to exist. The Lititz Springs National Bank joins this select group. This specific Fr. 652 Plain Back is not just rare – it is the sole representative of its issuing bank. When you own this note, you own the complete numismatic legacy of an entire bank.

Bank-Level Scarcity – Only 34 Total Survivors: Even across all denominations and all series combined, only 34 notes from Charter #9422 are known to survive. This places the Lititz Springs National Bank among the rarest issuing institutions in Pennsylvania and the nation. Most banks of similar age have hundreds of surviving notes. This bank has just 34. This Fr. 652 Plain Back represents 1 of only 34 windows into the bank's currency output.

Pennsylvania Rarity – A Keystone State Trophy: Pennsylvania is one of the most actively collected states in the National Bank Note field. Major Pennsylvania rarities command significant premiums and are fiercely competed for at auction. A unique Pennsylvania Plain Back Fr. 652 from a charming and historically rich town like Lititz is the kind of piece that defines a world‑class collection.

Collector Demand – Unique Status Chase: Advanced National Bank Note collectors often spend their entire careers trying to acquire a single unique note for their collection. The exclusivity, the story, and the knowledge that no other example exists create an irresistible allure. A unique Fr. 652 Plain Back is particularly desirable as it represents a scarcer variety within the 1902 series.

Local & Historical Appeal: Lititz is a beloved Pennsylvania town with a devoted following. Collectors with ties to the area, as well as historians of Lancaster County and the Moravian settlements, will recognize the significance of this note. The "Lititz Springs" name carries regional cachet that extends beyond traditional numismatics.

Census Data & Provenance

National Bank Note Census Confirmation: The National Bank Note Census records the following for Charter #9422 (Lititz Springs National Bank):

• Total known survivors (all denominations, all series): 34 notes
• Known $20 Plain Back (Fr. 652) examples: 1 – THIS NOTE
• Unique status for Fr. 652 from this bank: Confirmed

This Fr. 652 Plain Back has been carefully preserved and presents with amazing . The paper remains in beautiful condition for its age, the signatures are still prominent, and the overall eye appeal is outstanding.

This represents a singular opportunity for the advanced collector of Pennsylvania nationals, the specialist seeking unique‑status banks, or the connoisseur who demands the absolute rarest notes the hobby has to offer. 

Authenticity Guarantee

Please review all photos carefully. The images show the exact note you will receive. This note is guaranteed genuine and original – the only known surviving National Bank Note from the Lititz Springs National Bank of Lititz, Pennsylvania (Charter #9422, Fr. 652 Plain Back). Census data confirming its unique status is available upon request. If proven otherwise, a full refund will be provided. High‑resolution photos are considered part of the description.

Shipping & Payment

This note will be shipped flat and securely between rigid archival‑quality materials to ensure safe delivery. Insurance and signature confirmation are required and included in the shipping cost. Due to the extreme rarity of this unique Fr. 652 Plain Back, additional identity verification may be required for purchase. Please contact us with any questions before purchasing.

This note is sold as shown. Serious inquiries only. The only known National Bank Note – a Fr. 652 Plain Back from the Lititz Springs National Bank may never be offered for public sale again. This is a true condition census trophy and a cornerstone of any major collection.