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Lot #112 1893 World's Columbian Exposition Half Dollar (main image)
Lot #112 1893 World's Columbian Exposition Half Dollar
Lot Number: 112 Ask Seller Question
Item Location: Bronson, FL
Preview Date/Time: By appt only
Pickup Date/Time: 06/06/2024 11:00 AM TO 3:00 PM
Start Date/Time: 06/01/24 10:00 AM
End Date/Time: 06/05/24 6:56:00 PM
Opening Bid: $5.00
Bid History: 16
Current Bid: $28.00
Minimum Bid:
Highbidder: doeknee
Auction has ended.

Description:

The first U.S. commemorative half dollar was minted for the Chicago Columbian Exposition in 1893, the huge World's Fair held to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the voyage of Columbus to America. The coin features the explorer on the reverse and one of his ships on the obverse. Only 1.5 million were made. Most were heavily circulated and later melted. 

Auction pickup is THURSDAY JUNE 6th, 2024 from 11 am to 3 pm.

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