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1893 Isabella Quarter – Columbian Exposition Commemorative Silver Coin – Historic U. Offered here is a beautiful 1893 Isabella Quarter, one of the most distinctive and historically significant commemorative coins ever issued by the United States Mint. Struck for the World’s Columbian Exposition held in Chicago in 1893, this coin represents an important milestone in both American history and U. Notably, the Isabella Quarter holds the distinction of being the first U. Coin to feature a real historical woman, Queen Isabella I of Castile, who sponsored Christopher Columbus’s voyage to the New World. Her portrait appears on the obverse, making this coin especially appealing to collectors of both classic U. Coinage and historically themed issues. The reverse design features a woman kneeling with a distaff and spindle, symbolizing industry and the contributions of women-an unusual and meaningful theme for its time. This design was created under the direction of the Board of Lady Managers of the Exposition, further adding to its unique place in U. Struck in 90% silver, the Isabella Quarter was produced in relatively limited numbers and distributed as a souvenir of the exposition. Today, surviving examples are highly sought after for their historical importance, artistic design, and status as an early commemorative issue. Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper. Event: World’s Columbian Exposition (Chicago, 1893). Obverse: Queen Isabella I of Spain. Reverse: Kneeling female figure with distaff and spindle. Barber (with input from the Board of Lady Managers). Historic Significance: First U. Coin depicting a real historical woman. A standout addition to any collection, this Isabella Quarter combines artistry, history, and rarity in a single elegant piece. Ideal for collectors of classic U. Silver, commemoratives, or historically significant coinage. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a true piece of 19th-century American numismatic history.

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The Commemorative 1893 Gold Coin is a highly sought-after collectible item made, this uncirculated coin features a business strike type and is part of the Columbian variety. It is a valuable piece of US coin history, perfect for collectors looking to add a piece of history to their collection. The coin is uncertified, adding to its authenticity and uniqueness.

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For sale, a Rare 1924 HUGUENOT ANACS MS64 Alpha-Numeric Looks Gem Exquisite GOLD TONER! Very RARE Old 1980’s Vintage ANA Holder. Premium Quality GEM Sparkllng GOLD Frosted Luster Exquisite Gold Metallic MONSTER Toner. Very Collectible Vintage ALPHA-NUMERIC Serial # ANACS Holder from 1980’s. WAY Undergraded for Today’s Grading Standards Easily Looks GEM MS65++. Very Gemmy Eye Appeal. A Truly Amazing Find!! Very Rare 1980’s Vintage Alpha-Numeric Serial # ANACS Holder containing an Exquisite Sparkling Gem FROSTED GOLD Color TONER specimen, with Razor Sharp Devices, Blazing Bouncing Cartwheel Mint Luster, and absolutely Gorgeous Natural Gold Color Toning!! You can easily see how under-graded this Gorgeous Gem Specimen is compared to today’s grading standards , admiring its Blazing cartwheel Frosted Gold Toned Luster while swirling it around under natural light. This Exquisite TONER 1924 Huguenot Commemorative Half Dollar, is Under-Graded and Certified back in the early 1980’s by ANACS (Alpha-Numeric #) MS64, Choice (GEM) Mint State Uncirculated. Easily an MS65+/MS66 coin!! This beautiful coin is housed in a Very Collectible, RARE, Vintage Alpha-Numeric ANACS Holder from the early 1980’s. This is a highly sought after vintage holder, because their grades given back then are Considered Very Under-Graded in today’s grading standards. Looking at this coin, you can easily see why!! The grading standards back then were so much more stringent and conservative compared to today’s grading standards. In my opinion, this coin is Very Undergraded for today’s standards, and would Easily be a Very Premium Quality MS65+ for its Sparkling Gemmy features, Blazing Frosty Lusterous surfaces, Razor Sharp devices, combined with the Very Attractive, Exquisite Gold Metallic Color Toning!! The toning is really Gorgeous, especially when you can see all the colors in natural light!! Amazing Find, and Exceptional Opportunity for the Astute Vintage ANA & Alpha-Numeric Holder Collector!! I tried to capture the amazing beauty and colors of this gorgeous specimen under natural light in the photos, but they don’t do it justice. You n eed to view it in hand, under natural sunlight, swirling around, for you to see the True Beauty and Colorfully Toned Luster!

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The SASA 1920 Pilgrim Half Dollar is a valuable coin made of 90% silver, minted in Philadelphia in 1920 to commemorate the Pilgrim Tercentenary. This uncirculated coin has been cleaned and certified by PCGS, showcasing a business strike type and a gold shield design. As a piece of United States history, this commemorative silver half dollar holds a special significance for collectors interested in coins from the early 20th century.

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