Pennell was born on May 29, 1924 and passed away on June 17, 2008. Mr. Pennell received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from Clemson University and was a graduate of the Harvard Business School (1973 - 1975). He served in the United States Naval Reserve during World War II and the Korean Conflict.
A long time collector of South Carolina paper (notes, stocks, bonds, etc), Mr. Sheheen holds SPMC member #2207 and Life Member #122. He served the society as President from 1991-1993; vice-president 1989-1991 and governor from 1988-1992. He published South Carolina Obsolete Notes in 1960 and did a major revision South Carolina Obsolete Notes and Scrip in 2003.
Mr. Wait was one of the founders of the SPMC holding member #5, Honorary Member #5 and Honorary Life Member #5. He was a leading proponent of paper money research and publication. He was the author of two books in SPMC's landmark Wismer Series, one on Maine notes and the other on New Jersey notes. He was the first secretary of the society and served it for many years. He was president from 1965-1969; secretary from 1961-1964; governor from 1964-1966 and again from 1967-1979. He served as Wismer chair from 1973-1977.
Best exhibit placed at the International Paper Money Show showcasing Fiscal Items.
Best exhibit placed at the International Paper Money Show showcasing world banknotes.
Best exhibit placed at the International Paper Money Show showcasing National Bank Notes.
Best exhibit placed at the International Paper Money Show showcasing non-Federal Issues.
Best exhibit placed at the International Paper Money Show showcasing Federal Issues.
Best exhibit placed at the International Paper Money Show contained in one case.
Best exhibit at the International Paper Money Show related to proofs, vignettes or specimens.
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