In storage since 1983 at Huntington Bank's headquarters in Columbus, a number of checks written by historical figures, including a few presidents, are currently available for public viewing in Huntington Bank's new branch in Brooklyn. The display is open through January 31.
George Washington
George Washington wrote this check on May 31, 1799, six months before he died, for $500 to William Thornton.
Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson signed this check while as Secretary of State for $22.69 to Jacob Stine.
James Monroe
Two years before being elected, James Monroe wrote out a autograph check on December 15, 1815, for $37 to Henry Sheppard.
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln's check to "self" for $800 ($11,260 current value) on April 13, 1865, two days before he died. The appraised value is at $25,000.
