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HK-1 WM, Erie Canal Completion 1826 |
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United States New York, NY 1826 |
| Design Description: |
ERIE CANAL COMPLETION |
| Item Description: |
WM SC$1 1826 NY HK-1 ERIE CANAL COMPLETION HK-1 WM |
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NGC MS 61 |
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Medal, 1826, WM, ERIE CANAL COMPLETION, New York, NY, So Called Dollar, HK-1 WM, NGC MS61, Cert# 1657081-001. Rarity-6. Obv. One of the most coveted medals in American Numismatics. Two full seated figures depicting Pan and Neptune, to r. of Pan is cornucopia; in background is lighthouse and sea; below l. microscopic R. Del, below r. microscopic W. Sc.; above all, around Union of Erie with the Atlantic. Rv. In center is New York State Coat of Arms; to l. is section of Canal; in background is sailing ship and distant view of city; below 1826 / Presented by the City of New York; above all, around Erie Canal Comm. 4 July 1817 Comp. 26 Oct. 1825; microscopic C. C. Wright Sc just below center design. Size: About 45mm. The design signifies the joining up of the canal river God, with the God of the Sea, "Pan and Neptune are in loving embrace, with cornucopia showing the fruits of the land, the sea and shore, with lighthouse... and the inscription 'Union of Erie with the Atlantic.' " The other side displays, "the coat of arms of the State of New York and a section of the canal showing locks and tunnel, with the bay of New York and city, and ship in full sail, with the inscription, 'Erie canal commenced July 4, 1817. Completed October 26, 1825. Presented by the city of New York, 1826.' Interestingly, concentric circular die, or lathe, lines cover most of the gray surfaces with the focus at the center of the die. Richard Snow, in his Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents, second edition, Vol. II, 1859-1869 reference work, illustrates and discusses such lines on page 65. Happily, this Specimen does not exhibit any of the "bubbly" surfaces found on many of these medals, most likely from interaction of the medal surfaces with the wooden container that these originally came in. History: Medal issued by Common Council, City of New York; designed by Archibald Robertson; engraved by Charles Cushing Wright; struck by Maltby Pedetreau. Erie Canal Commission created 1810 by NY Legislature; DeWitt Clinton, later Governor, served as member 10 years without pay. Ground broken July 4, 1817, at Rome, NY. Over 8 years and $7,000,000 later, Canal stretched 364 miles "straight as the lay of the land would permit" from Hudson River to Lake Erie; 83 locks required for "greatest engineering feat of modern times…costliest, most successful project yet undertaken in the New World." Originally dubbed "Clinton's Folly" by many, Canal proved one of main factors in our national development by directly opening West to agriculture; reduced freight cost and time, Albany to Buffalo, from $100 per ton and 45 days (by wagon) to $5 and 6 days; passengers paid 5 cents per mile, including 3 meals daily. By 1836, tolls had paid off entire cost; made New York City first seaport in U.S., passing Philadelphia. Now part of NY Barge Canal System, original 40 ft. width and 4 ft. depth have been increased substantially. Formal opening was Oct. 26, 1825, with vessel Seneca Chief carrying Governor Clinton departing Buffalo; arrived New York City Nov. 4. Long water-parade behind "moved slowly" with banquets, parades, etc. "at every town" en route; climaxed by huge New York celebration early 1826. Fifty-one Gold medals struck; presented to "crowned heads of world and eminent men" including General Lafayette and 3 surviving signers of Declaration of Independence. "Several hundred" pieces struck in Silver and White Metal (pewter); presented to guests and officials. Attractive and RARE.
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HK-6 WM, Crystal Palace Type I, 1853 Dollar |
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United States New York, New York 1853 |
| Design Description: |
Crystal Palace 1853 Dollar, Type I |
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WM SC$1 1853 NY HK-6 CRYSTAL PALACE HK-6 WM Type I CRYSTAL PALACE |
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NGC MS 62 |
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Medal, 1853, WM, CRYSTAL PALACE 1853 DOLLAR, TYPE I, New York, So Called Dollar HK-6 White Metal, NGC MS62, Tied for Finest Known, Cert# 3740159-001. Obv. Liberty seated, facing l.; on ribbon below, small C. Stubenrauch St Louis Mo.; below 1853--all within center circle; outside, around In Unitate Nationum Scientia Artesque Florebunt * (translation: "In unity, the science, arts and wisdom of a nation will flourish."); beaded border; Rev. Edifice; above New York Crystal Palace; below edifice, on ribbon, small Desig by Cartsensen & Gildemeister; below For the exhibition of / the industry of / all nations; beaded border. TYPE I--1853 DOLLAR. Engraved by Charles Stubenrauch, formerly a mint engraver in Darmstadt, Germany. Organization: First "International" exposition held in United States. Following 1851 London Crystal Palace Exhibition, New York group, including Horace Greeley. Medals: All issues proved difficult to research. Types I and III, at least, probably were of official nature, perhaps sold within Palace during exhibitions. Today, all four medals are extremely rare. Rarity-6.
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HK-8 WM, Crystal Palace, Type III 1854 |
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United States New York 1854 |
| Design Description: |
CRYSTAL PALACE SC$ |
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WM SC$1 1854 NY HK-8 CRYSTAL PALACE HK-8, T-3, BHM 2549, Eimer-1487 |
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NGC MS 62 PL |
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Medal, 1854, WM, CRYSTAL PALACE, United States, New York, Improperly Classified by H&K as a So-Called Dollar (Type III), HK-8, T-3, BHM 2549, Eimer-1487NGC MS62, Cert# 2082980-001. Size: 41.5mm. Struck by Pinches of London. A classic robed female opens the gates of Industry and Science. The reverse pictures the main exposition building. This is actually not the New York Crystal Palace. It is an English piece for the opening of the Crystal Palace at Sydenham and is cataloged by Brown As BHM 2549 and Eimer as #1487 It came with a red leather presentation box stamped on the upper inside with an imprint that reads: AUTHORIZED MEDAL/ SOLD BY/ T.R. PINCHES/ & CO./ MEDALISTS/ BY/ APPOINTMENT/ TO THE/ CRYSTAL PALACE/ COMPANY. Another description: Obv. Female figure standing, facing to l., opening gates labeled Industry and Science; in l. hand, palm branch and caduceus; near her r. foot a lamb and near her l. foot, a war helmet; below in border, microscopic Pinches. Rev. Edifice; above, around, Crystal Palace; below, around, Opened MDCCCLIV. Below l. of edifice, microscopic Pinches; below r. of edifice, microscopic London. More Comments from the So-Called Dollar website: Manufactured by Pinches of London, these medals are actually British and should not have been included even in the 1963 edition of this reference. Originally opened as part of The Great Exhibition of 1851, the Crystal Palace was moved after the close of the Exhibition from its original location in Hyde Park; reopened on Sydenham Hill in London by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert on June 10, 1854. Original building destroyed by fire on Nov. 30, 1936; site of current Crystal Palace Park. Attractive.
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HK-10A WM, Heenan-Sayers Boxing Match 1860 |
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United States New York (Bout in England) 1860 |
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HEENAN-SAYERS BOXING SC$ |
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WM SC$1 1860 HK-10A HEENAN-SAYERS BOXING HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP HK-10A |
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NGC MS 61 |
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Medal, 1860, WM, HEENAN-SAYERS BOXING BOUT, WORLD'S HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP, United States, New York (Bout fought in England), So Called Dollar, HK-10A White Metal, NGC MS61, Cert# 2113535-001, Tied for Finest, Rarity 7 (approximately 10-20 known to exist). This medal was struck to commemorate one of the greatest bare knuckles heavyweight championship fights ever recorded. John C. Heenan from America—The Benicia Boy—won the first clear claim to the American title and then journeyed to England to fight their champion Tom Sayers, a bricklayer by trade. The grand fight took place on April 17, 1860 and lasted over two hours, a 42 round "draw" after Sayers arm became injured. Medals were struck for both Heenan and Sayers, as champions of their respective countries. This specimen retains mirror surfaces and the strike is bold throughout. These were struck in New York upon Heenan's return after the great battle had come to a draw. Sayer retired from boxing after this endurance match. Obv. Raised male bust facing l.; above Thomas S. Sayers, the Champion of England; below bust, microscopic F. B. Smith & Hartmann N.Y. Rv. Within an open wreath The great / international / prize fight / between / Heenan & Sayers / for the / championship / of the world / fought / April 1860. Oh Yes, the Provenance: Ex ELIASBERG, Bowers and Marena, April 6, 1997, Lot 3044.
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HK-13 AR Plated, Pilgrim Jubilee Memorial 1870 |
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United States Plymouth, MA 1870 |
| Design Description: |
PIlgrim Jubilee Memorial |
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AR Plated SC$1 1870 MA HK-13 PILGRIM JUBILEE MEMORIAL HK-13 Silver Plated |
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NGC MS 65 |
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Medal, 1870, Silver Plated, PILGRIM JUBILEE MEDAL,Plymouth, MA, So Called Dollar HK-13, NGC MS65 Gem, The Ostheimer example was only an MS62. Cert# 2614046-002. Rarity-5. 37mm. This is a Condition Rarity. Obv: Scene depicting Landing of Pilgrims; above Pilgrim Jubilee Memorial; below all 1620 / 1870; to l. of 1870 microscopic J. E. Ellis • F •; to r. microscopic A. C. Warren; Rv. Holy Bible within central wreath, bird above; above all "Whose Faith Follow"; below all microscopic J. E. E. HK-13 Silver-plated. 37mm. Extensive research fails to establish exact origin of issue. Names of A. C. Warren and Joseph. E. Ellis, both then Members of Pilgrim Society, appear on Medal; probably was designed by former and engraved by latter ("J. E. Ellis • F •"); struck by Scovill Manufacturing Co, Waterbury, CT; copies presented to officials and guests at celebration. Silver specimen is in possession of Pilgrim Society. Medal is rare in all metals. This is one of the highest graded examples, and exhibits beautiful toning and original luster. History and Purpose: Purpose: To commemorate 250th anniversary of Landing of Pilgrims. Organization: Celebration sponsored and staged by Pilgrim Society, chartered 1819; Society organized "to…honor…memory of…Pilgrim Fathers,…to procure…suitable lot for erection of a monument" to their "virtues, enterprise and unparalleled sufferings." (See also Part I, National Monument to the Forefathers, Undated--Circa 1889). First meeting held May 18, 1820; on first Forefathers Day celebration, Dec. 21, 1820, Daniel Webster was principal speaker. Pilgrim Hall, operated by Society, built 1824; later remodeled. Here are preserved history and records, personal and household property of Pilgrims--English, Scotch and Dutch Puritans, 102 in number--who landed from Mayflower Dec. 21, 1620 on Massachusetts coast, north of Cape Cod. Extension of term now includes any early Puritan settlers in New England. Society's financial support provided by 300 Life and Annual Members and by "generous gifts and subscriptions." Site, Date: Church of First Parish and elsewhere in Plymouth; Dec. 21, 1870. Comment: Invitations to celebration were issued over wide area "to the most distinguished people." Two special trains of guests were met by procession; conducted to Memorial Service at Church of First Parish, Town Square, to hear "oration" by U.S. Senator C. Winthrop. Dinner served to 900 in new railway station, tracks being boarded over to provide facilities; Ball held in Davis Hall attended by about "400 ladies and gentlemen."
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HK-15 BR, Pilgrim Jubilee Memorial 1870 |
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United States United States, Plymouth, MA 1870 |
| Design Description: |
PILGRIM JUBILEE MEMORIAL |
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Brass SC$1 1861 SC HK-11 BOMBARDMENT OF FT SUMTER SILVERED/WM HK-15 BR, Pilgrim Jubilee Memorial |
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NGC MS 64 |
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Medal, 1870, BR, PILGRIM JUBILEE MEMORIAL, United States, Plymouth, MA, So Called Dollar HK-15 BR, NGC MS64, Cert# 1895418-015. Obv. Scene depicting Landing of Pilgrims; above Pilgrim Jubilee Memorial; below all 1620 / 1870; to l. of 1870 microscopic J. E. Ellis • F •; to r. microscopic A. C. Warren; Rv. Holy Bible within central wreath, bird above; above all "Whose Faith Follow"; below all microscopic J. E. E. Medals: Medals: Extensive research fails to establish exact origin of issue. Names of A. C. Warren and Joseph. E. Ellis, both then Members of Pilgrim Society, appear on Medal; probably was designed by former and engraved by latter ("J. E. Ellis • F •"); struck by Scovill Manufacturing Co, Waterbury, CT; copies presented to officials and guests at celebration. Silver specimen is in possession of Pilgrim Society. Medal is rare in all metals. Historical: Purpose: To commemorate 250th anniversary of Landing of Pilgrims. Organization: Celebration sponsored and staged by Pilgrim Society, chartered 1819; Society organized "to…honor…memory of…Pilgrim Fathers,…to procure…suitable lot for erection of a monument" to their "virtues, enterprise and unparalleled sufferings." (See also Part I, National Monument to the Forefathers, Undated--Circa 1889). First meeting held May 18, 1820; on first Forefathers Day celebration, Dec. 21, 1820, Daniel Webster was principal speaker. Pilgrim Hall, operated by Society, built 1824; later remodeled. Here are preserved history and records, personal and household property of Pilgrims--English, Scotch and Dutch Puritans, 102 in number--who landed from Mayflower Dec. 21, 1620 on Massachusetts coast, north of Cape Cod. Extension of term now includes any early Puritan settlers in New England. Society's financial support provided by 300 Life and Annual Members and by "generous gifts and subscriptions." Site, Date: Church of First Parish and elsewhere in Plymouth; Dec. 21, 1870.
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1874, HK-UNL WM, Rulau R-OH-CI-60, Cincinnati Industrial Exposition |
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United States Cincinnati, OH 1874 |
| Design Description: |
Cincinnati Industrial Exposition Manufacturer & Arts |
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WM OH 1874 CINCINNATI R-OH-CI-60 INDUSTRIAL EXPOSITION HK-UNL, Rulau R-OH-CI-60 |
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NGC MS 63 |
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Medal, 1874, WM, CINCINNATI INDUSTRIAL EXPOSITION DOLLAR, Cincinnati. OH, So Called Dollar HK-UNL, White Metal, Rulau R-OH-Ci-60, NGC MS63, Cert# 2624185-010. Obv. CINCINNATI INDUSTRIAL 1874 EXPOSITION; view of exhibition complex. Buildings, Flags, Stars; Rv. MANUFACTURERS PRODUCTS and THE ARTS; a female figure figure surrounded by the attributes of industry and art. Scarce and an Unlisted So Called Dollar from the Cincinnati Industrial Exposition of 1874.
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1875, HK-UNL WM, Park Theatre Presentation Medal for the 100th Performance of "The Mighty Dollar" |
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United States New York, New York 1875 |
| Design Description: |
Park Theatre Mighty Dollar Medal Presentation Medal By Wm. Florence |
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WM MEDAL 1875 NY J-CM-33 PARK THEATRE MIGHTY $ J-CM-33, R-NY-240 WM R-NY-NY-240 (WM) |
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NGC MEDAL AU 58 |
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Medal, 1875, WM, PARK THEATRE'S PRESENTATION MEDAL FOR 100TH PERFORMANCE OF "THE MIGHTY DOLLAR", Julian J-CM-33, Rulau R-NY-NY-240, NGC AU58, Cert# 2207071-008. This is a US Mint Medal notated by Julian. Obv. Conjoined Busts of Mr. & Mrs. Wm. J. Florence, legend around curved edge "Presented By Mr. & Mrs. Wm. J. Florence; Rv. Park Theatre at top following curved edge, December 13th 1875 below, curved, then straight 5 lines of inscription: 100 dth / Night / Of The / Mighty / Dollar. Laurel Design with tied bow at bottom, beaded border surrounds. Attractive, Scarce and Popular both as a Theater Collectible and Medal Collectible. Rare in Un-Holed Condition as this happy example is. The Following Appeared in the New York Daily Tribune, Weds. November 17, 1875, Page 4: Park Theatre. The 100th Performance of "The Mighty Dollar" will be reached at the Park Theatre December 17 (13th?), and the Occasion is to be Commemorated. Every Lady who attends on that Evening, will receive a silver medal of the size and weight of a trade dollar, while each member of the dramatic company will receive a medal of bronze". The peaceful image of patience, much exemplified in various ways by the statue of "The Mighty Dollar", might not be an inappropriate inscription for these Souvenirs. Mrs. Florence intends that the 100th Night of Mr Wooli's Play shall be Uncommonly Cheerful and Brilliant. The Play Plot: Mighty Dollar, The (1875), a play by Benjamin E. Woolf. [ Park Theatre, 104 perf.] The most famous salon in Washington is appropriately named Grabmoor, for it is here that the leading wheelers and dealers come to contrive arrangements that will allow them to pile up the mighty dollar. They stop their greedy machinations for a few moments to help a newly married lady, Clara Dart (Maude Granger), when she is bothered by a former suitor, but the money grubbing continues the moment she leaves. Prominent among the figures at Grabmoor are the not particularly ethical Congressman, the Hon. Bardwell Slote (W. J. Florence), and Mrs. General Gilflory (Mrs. Florence). Slote is given to qualifying his statements with “not by a large majority,” and dropping such abbreviations as B. O. T. and P. D. Q., which he later explains mean “bully old time” and “pretty darn quick.” The upstart Mrs. Gilflory has her own pet phrases to show off her learning, most notably “from Alpha to Omaha.” Assailed by critics as vulgar and formless, the comedy nevertheless gave the Florences their most enduring success and added the colorful character of Slote to the body of dramatic literature.
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1876, HK-UNL Red/Black, NY S-610-V12, Valentine & Co. Vulcanized Rubber |
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United States New York, New York 1876 |
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Valentine & Co. Black/Red Storecard, Vulcanized |
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Vulcanized Rubber NY 1876 NEW YORK S-610-V12, BLACK/RED VALENTINE & COMPANY S-610-V12 Black/Red |
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NGC MS 67 |
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Medal, 1876, Red/Black Vulcanized Rubber, VALENTINE & COMPANY, Red/Black Vulcanized Medal, So Called Dollar HK-UNL, S-610-V12, NGC MS67, Cert# 3728495-014. Superb Gem, Finest Known. Obverse Back, Reverse Red. This is a rarity in any condition, but in this grade, it must be assumed to be unique. History: A Small paint and varnish company in the 1820's and 1830's, the company relocated to New York in 1870. Valentine & Company began to specialize in vehicle finishing varnishes that were competitive with widely prized English varnishes. Lawson Valentine's grandson, L. Valentine Pulsifer, joined the company in 1903 after receiving his degree in chemistry from Harvard University. Three years later Pulsifer produced Valspar, the first clear varnish. The company later was renamed Valspar, which is one of the largest North American manufacturers of paint and varnish.
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HK-19 AR, Nevada Dollar, U.S. Centennial Exposition 1876 |
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United States Philadelphia, PA 1876 |
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Nevada Dollar, U.S. Centennial Expo |
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Silver SC$1 1876 PA HK-19 NEVADA DOLLAR US CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION HK-19, Julian CM-36 |
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NGC AU Details |
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Medal, 1876, AR, NEVADA DOLLAR, U.S. CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION, So Called Dollar HK-19 Silver, NGC AU Details (Looks like Proof Like Unc), Cert# 3382773-003. One of the rarest so-called dollar medals. Obv. Liberty Bell between Minute Man and Soldier, clouds below, to l. 1776, to r. 1876, above (on ribbon) Centennial all within center circle; outside, around Let God be with us as He was with our fathers; Rev. Mining scene, above Nevada--in center circle; outside, around Made from Nevada ore at International Exhibition; below * All for our country *. HK-19 Silver. 38mm. Julian CM-36. Medal was product of 1876 U.S. Centennial Exposition, Philadelphia; engraved by William Barber; 2526 pieces struck from Nevada silver ore at U.S. Mint, Philadelphia; sold at Nevada Building on grounds for $1.25. Following certificate accompanied each medal: "Mint of the United States. Philadelphia. Coiner's Department. June 20, 1876. I certify that the Nevada Exposition Medals, prepared in this department, and this day delivered to Mr. C. C. Stevenson, Chairman of the Nevada State Board, are made of pure silver, crushed from Nevada ores, at the Nevada quartz mill located in the Centennial Exposition grounds and subsequently refined at the United States Mint. (Signed) A. Loudon Snowden, Coiner."
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HK-20 AR, Julian CM-10, U.S. Centennial Expo Official Medal 1876 |
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United States Philadelphia, PA 1876 |
| Design Description: |
U.S. Centennial Dollar, Official Medal |
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Silver SC$1 1876 PA HK-20 US CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION OFFICIAL MEDAL HK-20 AR, Julian CM-10 OFFICIAL MEDAL |
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NGC MS 62 |
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Medal, 1876, AR, U.S. CENTENNIAL DOLLAR OFFICIAL MEDAL, Philadelphia, PA, So Called Dollar HK-20 Silver, NGC MS62, Cert# 3740159-002. Obv. Genius of American Independence, rising from recumbent position, grasps in r. hand sword to enforce her demands; raises l. hand in appealing pride to 13 stars blazing in firmament; beneath date 1776--all within beaded circle; around, These United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, Free and Independent States; Rev. Within wreath, In / commemoration / of the / Hundredth / Anniversary / of / American / Independence; outside, around By authority of the Congress of the United States; below 1876. Purpose: To commemorate 100th anniversary of signing of United States Declaration of Independence. Engraved by William Barber. Rarity-4.
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HK-21 Bz, U.S. Centennial 1876 |
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United States PA 1876 |
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U.S. Centennial Expo SC$ |
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Bronze SC$1 1876 PA HK-21 US CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION OFFICIAL MEDAL HK-21 OFFICIAL MEDAL |
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NGC XF 45 BN |
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Medal, 1876, AE, U.S. CENTENNIAL EXPO, United States, SC$, PA-HK-21 SC$, NGC XF45 (Undergraded), "Scarce." Bronze, chocolate-brown official exposition medal. Obv. Genius of American Independence, rising from recumbent position, grasps in right hand sword to enforce her demands, raises left hand in appealing pride to 13 stars blazing in firmament, beneath date 1776, all within beaded circle, around, These United Colonies are, and of right out to be, Free and Independent States. Rv. Within wreath, In Commemoration of the hundredth Anniversary of American Independence; outside, by authority of the Congress of the United States, below 1876. Lovely Detail and Even Chocolate Color. Purchased at the Chicago ANA World Fair of Money Show, August, 2013.
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HK-22 Gilt, U.S. Centennial 1876 |
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United States Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 1876 |
| Design Description: |
U.S. Centennial Expo SC$ |
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GILT BRONZE SC$1 1876 PA HK-22 US CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION OFFICIAL MEDAL HK-22 OFFICIAL MEDAL |
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NGC AU 55 |
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Medal, 1876, Gilt Bronze, U.S. CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION, 1876 PENNSYLVANIA, United States, Official Medal So-Called Dollar, HK-22, NGC AU55, Cert# 2544439-001. Rarity: R-4 (201-500 known to exist). Obv. Genius of American Independence Sword in Right Hand, Appealing with Left Hand, Gilt around edges, very attractive, Rv. Wreath, Hundredth Anniversary American Independence, below 1876. Medals were sponsored and issued by the Centennial Board of Finance and authorized by the 43rd Congress.
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HK-25 Cu, Liberty Bell, Pointed "6" U.S. Centennial 1876 |
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United States Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 1876 |
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Bronze SC$1 1876 PA HK-25 POINTED 6 - LIBERTY BELL US CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION HK-25 US CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION |
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NGC MS 64 BN |
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Medal, 1876, AE, LIBERTY BELL / INDEPENDENCE HALL, US CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION, United States, PA, HK-25 So-Called Dollar, Pointed "6" Variety, NGC MS64BN, Cert# 2597790-001. Struck and Issued by Messrs. Deihl, Philadelphia; Designed by Key. (Some pieces with a small bell as early as 1872, large bell 1874). Actual Bell is also made of bronze, weighs 2080 pounds, is 3 feet high, measures 12 feet around lip. John Pass and Charles Stow recast bell in 1753, it having cracked the year before and in 1835, it cracked beyond repair. Bell now hangs in Old State House, renamed "Independence Hall", where the Declaration of Independence was unanimously adopted by the Continental Congress, July 4, 1776. Obv. Bell, Large bearing Lines, Liber in Philad, Pass and Stow, MDCCLIII, 1776 / 1876. Rv. Edifice, 1776 / 1876, Commenced 1729 / Finished 1734, Microscopic Key. F beneath Edifice. This with Pointed "6" in Date.
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HK-25 Cu, Liberty Bell, Rounded "6" U.S. Centennial 1876 |
| Origin/Country: |
United States Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 1876 |
| Design Description: |
LIBERTY BELL, INDEPENDENCE HALL |
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Copper SC$1 1876 PA HK-25 ROUNDED 6 - LIBERTY BELL US CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION HK-25 (Rounded 6 Variety) US CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION |
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NGC MS 63 BN |
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Medal, 1876, AE, LIBERTY BELL / INDEPENDENCE HALL, U.S. CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION, United States, PA., So Called Dollar, HK-25 (Rounded 6 Variety), NGC MS63BN, Cert# 2610114-005. "Very rare." Copper, size 24. A well preserved and intricately struck chocolate-brown medal from the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. A small, neat hole with hanger is near 12 o'clock, presumably as issued. An original beauty.
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