David Norris sent me this card, and I have NO CLUE as to what it is. I need help with information on it. It is not a banknote but it was printed by Columbia Banknote Company in Chicago Illinois. They printed many documents like stocks, bonds, etc. so I don’t think it is a novelty item, and the printing is of a higher quality.

I found the ONLY information on the internet here: http://www.goantiques.com/detail,illinois-appreciation-warrant,1823903.html

& and they had no idea either but had sold it.

It states: "On behalf of the People of the State of Illinois. This warant is presented in appreciation of your services rendered the United States of America". Printed signature of the Auditor of Public Accounts. The engraved card is by Columbian Banknote Co Chicago.