Collectors today treasure these certificates not only for their history but also for the intricate variations that lend themselves to building diverse collections. Silver certificates were paper currency issued by the United States government, which represented a specific amount of silver held in treasury reserves. First introduced in 1878, these certificates were backed by silver and allowed the bearer to redeem their face value in silver upon demand. The 1935 series of silver certificates were quite common, with several distinct seal types and varieties, including blue seals, brown seals, and yellow seals.

The 1935 Silver Certificate was part of a broader series that spanned from 1935 to 1935H. Throughout their history, these certificates underwent numerous design and denomination changes. Their production was an innovation for the Bureau of Engraving and Printing and the U.S. Treasury.