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Recently, we were fortunate enough to discover a true lost piece of American banking history in our shop. The following letter is addressed to George Washington Smith, a Chicago lawyer and politician… (View Post)

According to Briggs OBV 2 (proof dies) have both 8's recut. So it looks like you have an impaired proof. (View Post)

It isn't really even a variety, the mintage of proofs is less than 1000 and they used a single die so all proofs have recut 8's. (View Post)

“So-Called Dollars” are a fascinating area of American numismatics. Struck to commemorate major expositions and other important events in the 19th and early 20th century these medals are charming pie… (View Post)

“From time to time, the United States Mint considers implementing new designs on the coins in circulation. Historically, the Mint developed new designs either internally or through outside competitio… (View Post)