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Here they are, my collection of 90MM Columbian Expo E-101s (BIG PICS)

I really like these, but I wonder sometimes if NGC can tell the difference between a business strike and a proof.

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It is not exactly cheating, I prefer to consider it creative problem solving!!!

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  • tmot99tmot99 Posts: 5,238 ✭✭✭
    Don't get me started! We've already had this conversation today.
  • At least you can spend Frankies. What are you going to do with those?image


    Very cool set MadOne. Congrats!image
  • MidLifeCrisisMidLifeCrisis Posts: 10,560 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>I wonder sometimes if NGC can tell the difference between a business strike and a proof. >>


    Regardless, those are really cool! image
  • I love those. I have a couple of them myself.
  • And not a single AU-58??? You bought them in the slabs i assume? image

    Nice set
    Want to buy an auction catalog for the William Hesslein Sale (December 2, 1926). Thanks to all those who have helped us obtain the others!!!

  • CocoinutCocoinut Posts: 2,515 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I have an aluminum medal that I believe is in the original round cardboard holder. I got this one about 30 years ago, just because I liked the design, and paid $25 for it. What are these worth today? Thanks for any info.

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    Jim
    Countdown to completion of my Mercury Set: 1 coin. My growing Lincoln Set: Finally completed!
  • MadMartyMadMarty Posts: 16,697 ✭✭✭


    << <i>Don't get me started! We've already had this conversation today. >>



    That we did!!!
    It is not exactly cheating, I prefer to consider it creative problem solving!!!

  • lasvegasteddylasvegasteddy Posts: 10,432 ✭✭✭
    sweet medals
    everything in life is but merely on loan to us by our appreciation....lose your appreciation and see


  • LeeGLeeG Posts: 12,162
    That last one you show is super nice!!! image
  • RayboRaybo Posts: 5,341 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>I have an aluminum medal that I believe is in the original round cardboard holder. I got this one about 30 years ago, just because I liked the design, and paid $25 for it. What are these worth today? Thanks for any info.

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    Jim >>



    Worth about $5 and if you are interested....I'll give you $6.

    Marty, I really like the 3020318-002 coin the best!

    Ray

  • tmot99tmot99 Posts: 5,238 ✭✭✭


    << <i>I have an aluminum medal that I believe is in the original round cardboard holder. I got this one about 30 years ago, just because I liked the design, and paid $25 for it. What are these worth today? Thanks for any info.

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    Jim >>



    Looks like it could be an original holder. What does the outside look like? What is the diameter of the medal? If it's 36mm or 50mm, the price can range from $200-$500 depending on grade and how many hairlines. If its 90mm, the price usually starts at $400 and goes up from there. Remember, these are "average" prices and exonumia prices vary widely.
  • DUIGUYDUIGUY Posts: 7,252 ✭✭✭
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    “A nation can survive its fools, and even the ambitious. But it cannot survive treason from within. An enemy at the gates is less formidable, for he is known and carries his banner openly."



    - Marcus Tullius Cicero, 106-43 BC
  • Very nice set!

  • CocoinutCocoinut Posts: 2,515 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I got my medal out of the safe deposit box today, and measured it; it's 36mm. Here are photographs of the thin cardboard box it was in, which I believe are probably original.

    The top -

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    and the bottom -

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    Here it is opened -

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    Regardless of its value, I'll most likely keep it in this box.

    The only other item I have related to the Columbian Expo is this receipt, which I suppose was given to members who helped fund the event.

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    Jim
    Countdown to completion of my Mercury Set: 1 coin. My growing Lincoln Set: Finally completed!
  • GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 17,972 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>I really like these, but I wonder sometimes if NGC can tell the difference between a business strike and a proof.

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  • tmot99tmot99 Posts: 5,238 ✭✭✭
    Very cool. Yes, the box does appear to be original.
  • Awesome set!


    To Cocoinut, that receipt could bring a pretty penny as there are a few Columbian Expo collectors out there who specialize in paper items.

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