AAA Historical Americana - World Exonumia.

World Exonumia 2006 Mail Bid Sale of EXONUMIA:
Tokens, medals, Counterstamps, Historical Americana,
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CrossRef: Bi-Metals //Hard Rubber Tokens: US //Indians/American Native Indians // State of DE Delaware //
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101. DE Vulcanized Trunk Fiber Bi-metal Advertising Token. "Genuine National Vulcanized Trunk Fiber" around Native American bust / "National Vulcanized Fiber Company Wilmington, Del." around "This is Made of National Vulcanized Fiber" 37 mm, two types of vulcanized fiber, red obverse and black reverse (bi-metal). Uncirculated, holed, as made, to demonstrate the fiber's strength. Unc. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: California Fractional Gold //
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102. CA California Fractional Souvenir Gold Half Dollar, ca. 1890. From 1885 to 1905 it was fashionable in California to strike souvenir copies of the Gold Rush era fractional gold coins that had by then disappeared from circulation. Stars around liberty head left, "1853" below / Wreath around "California Gold" and star. Uncirculated to proof-like, struck from rusted dies. 10 mm, appears to be 10 carat gold. $30.00-35.00+
CrossRef: California Fractional Gold //

103. CA California Gold Imitations. Eleven modern imitations of fractional California gold coins. Dates in the 1850s, mostly Indian and liberty head half and quarter dollars with bear reverse. All but one Unc. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Celluloid - cello //Whitehead and Hoag //

104. New England Fat Mens Club Pinback, ca. 1896. Black on white. "I Am a Member N. E. Club" around very fat man who looks like a bigger version of Stan Laurel of the Laurel and Hardy comedy team. By Whitehead and Hoag, 25 mm. XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Celluloid - cello //Whitehead and Hoag //

105. Oval Stetson Hat Pinback, ca. 1896. Multi-colored advertising pinback for the famous Stetson hats. "Stetson Hats Best in the World" above beaver and eagle holding the company's red, white and blue shield, on gold background. Oval 25 mm x 15 mm. Whitehead and Hoag label on back indicated patented 1896. cello, XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Celluloid - cello //Other Fraternal Issuers //

106. Tarcisian Pinback. Blue on white pinback. "League of Tarcisians For the King!" around motto above drapery over figure of Christ. 23 mm. XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Celluloid - cello //
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107. 12 Miscellaneous Celluloid Buttons. Mostly vintage celluloids, including Admiral Dewey, 1910 Flag Day, 1912 Riley Week, nice full-headress Indian, Mississippi River Boat Days, couple of grain dealers celluloids, advertising, 12 mm to 70 mm. 12pcs, about VF-XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Seals/Stamping-seals/Stencils //Italy //Other Engravers/DieSinkers/Medalist //Countermarked Coins: Medieval //
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108. Ancient Roman Sestertius made into a Medieval Christian Seal or Die for Making Baked Clay Tokens! This began as an ancient coin, a sestertius of the Emperor Antoninus Pius (138-161 AD). Much later the piece was engraved intaglio on the reverse with a Christian cross in the shape of a sword, surrounded by rays and a circle. In an outer circle are medieval Gothic letters that are too patined to read. This could have been used as a stamp to mark a monastery's goods, or it might have been used to make pottery tokens by impressing clay, and then firing the clay in a kiln. (Tokens of this sort occasionally are found in archaeological excavations, but are rare). The original sestertius of Antoninus Pius is well worn, but his laureate bust is clearly identifiable, as are the letters "AVG" for the title Augustus that appear to the left of the bust. 30 mm, brass, patined black, with areas of yellow. UNIQUE! We could find nothing remotely like this in any auction catalog or reference book! Engraving worn, VG, with sediment in recessed areas. $500.00-2000.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Game Counters (non-U.S.) //
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109. Roman Dupondius Copy of Augustus Made for Use as Gaming Piece, 1903. High quality, struck copy of a dupondius of Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD). "Avgvstvs XIX BC" around radiate bust of emperor / "S C" around temple, over "Provident" This had us stumped with its date of 19 BC until we found a 1969 "Numismatist" article that illustrated it on page 303. It is a game piece used in the board "Game of the Caesars" produced in 1903 by C. B. Arnold. 30 mm, copper. XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //
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110. Copy of Engraved Ancient Gem Stone. Oval copy of engraved ancient gem stone by Pamphilos. Bust of Diana, the goddess of hunting, holding bow and quiver, crescent above head. See Forrer 4: 371. Seems to be struck from a 19th century die made from a high quality cast of a museum specimen. The artist's signature appears in small Greek letters to the right of the bust of the goddess. 30 x 26 mm, uniface, two pinholes for mounting made in the blank, outer margin of excess edge metal. XF-AU. $60.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Counterfeit Coins //Ancient Rome //

111. 29 Copies of Ancient Roman Republican Denarii. Twenty-nine copies of Roman Republican denarii made by Becker, Inc. in the 1960s from casts of museum specimens. Made from a steel-colored metal whose color distinguishes them from the originals. Many are in envelopes with with detailed descriptions and attributions to Sydenham, Babylon, and other catalog numbers in the handwriting of Harold Roepe, founder of the Ancient Coin Club of America. (Brunk cataloged ancient coins for their auctions in the 1960s, and bought these copies from Roepe before he retired). Lot of 29, about XF. $150.00-300.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Counterfeit Coins //Greece //

112. Copies of Ancient Greek Staters. Three copies of Greek staters made by Becker, Inc. in the 1960s from casts of museum specimens. Amphipolis, Rhodes, and Persian Satrap Mausollis of Caria. High relief in an alloy imitating silver. About XF. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Counterfeit Coins //Greece //

113. Copies of Large Ancient Greek Silver Coins. Four copies of large Greek silver coins probably made during 1960s. Syracuse dekadrachm with reverse horses & chariot, Athens tetradrachm, Lysimachus King of Thrace tetradrachm. Silver color, source unknown, all have edge casting marks. About XF. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Horses //Greece //

114. Jewelry Copies of Ancient Greek Coins. Two copies probably made for jewelry use before 1960. 1). Brass 27 mm mule of Syracuse and Carthage silver coins. Female head surrounded by dolphins "Syracuse" in Greek / Horse's head, Aramaic inscription. 2) Perhaps earlier copper 27 mm of Byzantinum with type of Pegasus and legend / Dolphin over seashell. About XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Counterfeit Coins //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Jewish/Judaica/Hebraica //Ancient Rome //

115. 11 Copies of Biblical Coins. Eleven copies from various sources probably pre-1975. Two denarii of Tiberius (the "Tribute Penny"), two tetradrachms of Tyre, and the rest are copies of Jewish Widow's mites and shekels. About F/XF. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Ship/Sailing/Nautical //Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Copy of coin //Counterfeit Coins //Ancient Rome //

116. 2 Copies of Marc Anthony Legion Denarii. Two copies of Marc Anthony Denarii of the 8th and 13th Legions from the Roman Civil Wars of 30 BC. Galley / Legion Standard. Except for edge cast marks, these are good copies since the originals were poorly made, war issues. Probably made ca. 1960s. F/VF. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Counterfeit Coins //Copy of coin //Italy //Netherlands //

117. 7 Copies of Ancient and Medieval Coins. Seven copies, probably ca. 1960s. Valia drachm, Cunobeline Celtic stater in gold colored alloy, Celtic ring money, Marcus Aurelius and Trajan denarii (nice copies), early Islamic dinar, 1577 Siege of Groningen klippe (Maillet Plate 44: 2). About VF/XF. Scarce! $40.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //India //Copy of coin //Kings/Queens Non-England/France //
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118. India. Struck Copy of an Ancient Indo-Greek Coin. The Indo-Greeks were the successors of Alexander's empire in India. This seems to be a crude imitation of one of their denarii. Bust of ruler in odd headdress holding scepter / Ruler on horseback and legend in crude Greek letters reading "Basilous" for king, but most of the king's name is off the flan. Has trident symbol in field of the sort used by some Indian native states as a mintmark. Purpose? 18 mm, brass. F-VF. $15.00-20.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //School Award/Medal of Merit // State of NY New York //
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119. NY Copy of Ancient Syracuse Dekadrachm, ca. 1890. Greek letters and four dolphins around female head. Very nice, uniface copy of Syracuse Dekadrachm in gilt brass. Signed on reverse Wallbank Co. 33 mm. Probably for Syracuse, N.Y. organization or for Syracuse University. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //England-Great Britain //Copy of coin //

120. Copy of Penny of William I of England. Halfway decent copy of Penny of William the Conqueror (1066-1087) in base metal. Nice portrait, edge cast marks. Probably 1960s. XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Copy of coin //Kings/Queens Non-England/France //
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121. Austria. Struck Copy of Four Ducats, 1915. Struck copy in gilt brass of large, four ducat gold coin of Francis Joseph, called "gypsy gold" because it was used for ornamentation on women's clothing. Bust / Double-headed eagle closely copying genuine coin with original legends. 40 mm, gilt brass. AU. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Copy of coin //Numismatists // State of MA Massasachusts //

122. MA Struck Copy of 1792 "Silver Center" Cent, 1988. Obverse is an enlarged copy of the 1792 cent, which clearly shows the "silver plug". Reverse "The Worthy Coin 1938-1988, Celebrating 50 Years of Numismatic Excellence, Corrado Romano, Founder 1928 Inc. 1938" Silver dollar size, aluminum proof, 38mm.
CrossRef: Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Greek ancient designs //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //
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123. "Monumental Coins: Buildings and Structures on Ancient Coinage", 1999. By Marvin Tameanko, 242 pages, numerous photos and line drawings, hard bound cloth, gilt. Mint with color dust cover. $35.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Ancient //Greece //
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124. Roman Coin of Augustus (37 BC-15 AD) Countermarked by the Kings of Edessa in Messopotamia, ca. 30 . Christopher Howgego first identified this type of c/m, which is found on only a handful of ancient Roman coins, in 'Greek Imperial Countermarks' (RNS 1985). The very rare series is written in Old Edessan, and this stamp appears to be "Manou" for "King". The coin was minted by Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD) in Antioch, Syria. Emperor's Bust / "SC" in wreath. 22 mm bronze. G-VF, much of design obliterated by the countermark, which is a large 8 mm square "Manou" (see Howgego 153 and 695). VERY RARE, and this is the only example that has appeared at auction. Countermark VF, but weak to the left where the stamp may have begun to break up. $150.00-250.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Ancient //Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Germany //

125. "CAES" Countermarked Moneyer As of Roman Emperor Augustus. As of Augustus issued in 7 BC by the Moneyer Maecilus Tullus. Countermarked "CAES" for "Caesar" by a Roman legion on the German frontier. $30.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Ancient //Germany //Switzerland //Italy //Ancient Rome //
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126. Emperor Augustus German Frontier Countermark. Orichalcum Dupondius of the Emperor Autustus (27BC-14AD), countermarked "AVG" in a Roman Legion camp on the German frontier, probably in what is now Switzerland. 'Avgvstvs/Tribvnivc/Potest' in laurel wreath, reverse 'Cn Piso Cn F III Vir Aaaff' around large SC, BN-473, C-378, RIC-71. About VF. $125.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Ancient //Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Italy //Germany //
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127. Countermarked Roman Bronze Coin, ca. 50AD. Countermarked Roman As. This is a "lime coin" (a thin cast copy made on the German frontier), which is so worn that its design cannot be distinguished. It has two countermarks: 1. AVG for "Augustus" 2. TI C A for "Tiberius Caesar Augustus." The latter countermark of Claudius (41-54 AD) is quite unusual. It is only known on coins of Caligula (37-41) with Seated Vesta reverse (Sear-516), and was the subject of a 1980 article by Rodolgo Martini in Rivista Italiana di Numismatica. The purpose of the countermarks, which were applied at a Roman legion fort somewhere on the German frontier, was to authorize the continued circulation of such worn and light weight coins. Black patina, countermarks weak but legible. AG. $40.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Italy //Ancient Rome //
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128. Ancient Rome. Sestertius of Domitian, 81-9, 81-9. Sestertius of Domitian (81-96 AD). Titles around laureate bust / "S C" and Minerva advancing, holding spear and shield. Seaby-806. VG-F, with corrosion spot on reverse, but nice, Fine portrait. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Italy //Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //Greek ancient designs //
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129. Ancient Rome. Silver Denarius of Trajan for Conquest of Romania. Denarius of Trajan (98-117 AD). Titles around laureate bust of emperor / "SPQR Optimo Principi" around weeping Dacia, seated at foot of military trophy. This commemorates the conquest of Romania (ancient Dacia). RIC-220. 17 mm, silver, trace of vertigris. F/VF, some light green. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Ancient //Italy //Counterfeit Coins //

130. Ancient Roman Limesfaschen Unusual Lot of 20. "Limesfaschen" are ancient counterfeits of Roman bronze coins which were made on the German frontier. Often found in excavations of legion forts, but rarely seen on the numismatic market. These are about a third the weight of the original coins, and all have countermarks, both very worn. They were countermarked to validate worn coins for extended circulation, often with the countermarks virtually worn off. The marks were applied in legion forts and some can be identified. A couple have a very week "AVG" for 'Augustus'. Another has a previously unknown shield countermark, with others have large marks previously unknown to Brunk. A number have "TI CA" for 'Tiberius Caesar Augustus' (or the misspelled version "IT CA"). Until this group was discovered, that mark was quite unusual and rare, and had only been known on coins of Caligula (37-54 AD) with the Seated Vesta reverse (Sear-516). Most are so worn that nothing can be seen of the designs, although "SC" is visible on the reverse of one, and two seem to have the bust of Caligula. Lot of 20, including some Roman colonials also with countermarks. Only fair condition, but a rare lot of ancient counterfeits with Roman legion marks. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Ancient //Iran/Islamic //Afghanistan //Hungary //

131. Early Medieval Afghanistan Silver Coin Countermarked by the White Huns, ca. 590 . Sassanian (Persian) dirham silver coin of Hormizd IV (579-590), Year 1, Balk Mint. Has two rare countermarks of the Hepthalities (White Huns) of Afghanistan. Obverse countermark is head left in headdress. Reverse countermark is the symbol of the Alchon tribe of Hepthalities. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Medieval //Italy //
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132. Byzantine Empire Countermark, ca. 620 . The Byzantine General Belisarius invaded Sicily in 535 AD, and when Heraclius (610-641 AD) became emperor seventy-five years later, he found that most of the bronze coins in circulation there had been introduced by Belisarius' troops, and were in need of validation. Different types of countermarks were used for different weight coins. This 30 mm heavy follis of the Emperor Justinian I (527-565 AD) was countermarked with a pair of hinged stamps. The reverse stamp was carefully positioned to obliterate the original mintmark. It is a 15 mm circular depression with the initials "SCLS" (for Sicily). Exactly opposite on the other side of the coin is a crowned, facing bust of the Emperor Heraclius with a short beard beside his monogram. The countermarking probably was done in the towns of Syracuse or Catania. BMC-370 DO-241, Seaby-882. Original coin VG-Fine, countermark VF. Beautiful, dark sea-green patina. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Govermental //West Indies //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //
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133. Eight Reales Piece of Cut Money, ca. 1650. Cutting coins was common in the 17th to early nineteenth centuries in the West Indies and frontier America as a way to make small change. One well known example is the P.B cut-and-countermarked quarter segments made during the early 19th century in New Orleans by the Planters Bank. This is a circa 1590-1650 eight reales of Philip III or Philip IV, which has been cut in half. What remains is the upper part of the crowned Spanish shield / Lower part of the Arms of Spain. Contemporary accounts note cutting often was done with an axe, but this piece was ineptly made. The maker cut it four more times, but three strikes did not go through, and a small additional segment has been clipped from this slightly bent silver piece's edge. Coin probably F-VF before cutting. $75.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Medieval //Countermarked Coins: Ancient //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //

134. "World Countermarks on Medieval and Modern Coins", 1976. By Gregory G. Brunk, 401 pages, yellow cloth with dust cover, in original shrink wrap. Reprints 55 articles from The Numismatist and American Journal of Numismatics, including Frank Duffield's classic "Trial List Countermarked Coins of the World" (1919-1921) and Howland Wood's "Coinage of the West Indies with Especial Reference to the Cut and Countermarked Pieces" (1914). $35.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //Error (Double struck/incuse, etc.)/Trial //
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135. Countermarked Rare Brockage Large Cent! 1849. The date of this coin can be seen in mirror image on the reverse as 184- with the last digit overstruck by the countermark so it might be "1849" or "1848" The large cent is slightly broad struck because of the multiple strikes. The reverse had at least two solid coin die incuse stampings with a shift of about 5 degrees between them, which resulted in offset stars. It finally was stamped at an extreme angle by the edge of another coin, which did not eject. This resulted in a depressed area of reeding at the coin's edge and also flattened part of the obverse date. The coin then circulated for some time before being stamped on both the obverse and reverse by "H. Whitcombe" This piece was called "H. Whitcomb" by others, and was listed as Brunk W-476, "H. Whitcomb" before it could be examined, and the "e" at the end of the merchant's name recognized. Rare Large Cent brockage, probably the only brockage countermarked! $1500.00-2000.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //
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136. "L. Alden" Early American Bar Punch. Apparently an Early American token that should be identifiable as the latest date of the 5 known specimens is 1826. Clear and bold c/m in rectangular bar punch with toothed border, left side a bit weak, about VF/XF. On slick early Large Cent. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Large Cent related //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //
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137. PA (Philadelphia) "I.A" Early American Hallmark of Joseph Anthony's Sons. No hallmark directory offers an exact match to this mark, but it is quite similar to many of the known hallmarks used by Joseph Anthony. It only differs in having a period between the two initials, rather than a middle dot. Anthony & Sons was a Philadelphia partnership from 1810 to 1814. RARE. Only known specimen. Bold XF c/m on clean VG 1803 Large Cent. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Nickel/5c //
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138. "L. L. Arnold". On 1867 shield nickel. struck both sides, about Fine mark on pitted VF nickel. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NJ New Jersey //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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139. NJ "Asbury Park, N.J." Also see James Bradley, whose c/m are sometimes found on coins with this stamp. The Asbury Park c/m probably advertised his land development for temperance advocates. Bold XF c/m on darkish Good 1873 dime. $125.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Large Cent related //
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140. PA Philadelphia: William Ashmead Circular Stamp. Early American Token: William Ashmead was a Philadelphia silversmith from 1797 until the late 1810s. These "Ashmead" and "Phila" stamps are on obverse and reverse of a 1806 Large Cent. On the obv. the stamps are XF and very clear, on AG cent with clear date. The rev. stamps are more in a circular pattern, somewhat overstamped and more difficult to read. UNIQUE with both stamps, one other specimen known on an 1818 cent with 'Ashmead' only. Rare! See Rulau p.60. $200.00-250.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CT Connecticut //
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141. (CT: Preston) William Avery. "Wm. Avery" on silver two reales. Attributed by Rulau (p.279) to Preston, CT. The period after "Wm" is at the top, not the normal bottom, which may make attribution a bit easier. Struck twice on almost slick coin, top c/m partially weak, bottom c/m bold, but last two letters weak, about F/XF on AG coin. Appears that the two reales has been overstruck by another coin or token die, but it is difficult to tell. Only example on two reales. One of only 5 known. $125.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Large Cent related //
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142. (MA: Boston) RARE Baldwin & Jones Boston Silversmiths. Early American Token: Choice XF bar punch in scroll of "Baldwin & Jones" on Large Cent. In 1810 Jabez L. Baldwin and John B. Jones became partners as clock makers and silversmiths, in Boston. Baldwin died in 1819, the year of this coin. This choice VF/XF 1819 Large Cent is the latest dated specimen of only 4 known, some c/m in rectangles, this one in a neat scroll. RARE. Rulau p.28. $250.00-350.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Rulau.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of TX Texas //Saloon (on item) //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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143. TX RARE Bryan TEXAS SALOON of J.L. Barnes. A very rare and highly desirable TEXAS Saloon counterstamp: "J.L. Barnes/Saloon/Bryan./Tex." The 1880 Census listed him as hotel keeper in Houston, but it is not known when he ran the saloon in Bryan. A wonderful opportunity for research. RARE. CHOICE and sharp VF/XF c/m on clean 1874 arrow & rays Seated Half Dollar. $500.00-700.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CT Connecticut //Watch/Clock Related //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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144. (CT: Bristol): Wallace Barnes. There is an 1885 advertisement from a Wallace Barnes of Bristol, CT, a maker of clock springs. "Wallace Barnes" in curved punch, struck twice on obverse (top strike weak, bottom strike XF), and once weakly on the reverse. On toned Good+ 1847 Seated Quarter. One of only two known on quarters. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CT Connecticut //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Bust US Half Dollar //Countermarked Coins: Arms Inspector //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //
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145. (CT: Hartford): Roswell Bartholomew - Early American Token! From 1804 Roswell Bartholomew was a silversmith partner of James Ward, who also countermarked coins. The 1806 Hartford American Mercury listed them as a military store that sold 'Infantry, Cavalry & Matross Swords, guns, cartouch boxes, pistols, caps, holsters & valises; epaulettes & Sergeant's knots, sashes, feathers, laces & cards, Cockades, priming wires & brushes; French & bugle horns, trumpets, drums & fifes; standards, etc...' In 1814 the firm became Ward, Bartholmew and Brainard, keeping that name until the 1830 death of Brainard. From 1830 to 1840 Bartholomew was a silversmith who also sold real estate, iron and copper goods. "RB" in serrated oval hallmark. An odd stamp, which might have been meant for military items. Bold VF mark on VF 1811 Bust Half Dollar, holed and plugged. One of only 3 known on half dollar! $400.00-500.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Cover Color Photo. A Fine example in the Sept. 1992 B&M auction realized $330
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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146. "E.C. Beardsley". Unlisted in Rulau. Small letter one-line punch, sharp XF mark on Good 1876 Seated Half dollar. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Dollar: Silver Dollar //
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147. E.C. Beardsley on Dollar. Unlisted in Rulau. Small letter one-line punch of "E.C. Beardsley", sharp XF on Very Good 1879 Morgan Dollar, VG, some obv. scratches. $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Nickel/5c //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Jewelers //
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148. TX RARE San Antonio: Bell & Bros. VERY RARE Texas mark. Samuel Bell was born in 1798, moved to Texas in the 1850's and became highly regarded as a silversmith and jeweler. They were well known in San Antonio (see long write up in Brunk). "Bell & Brothers/San-Antonio/Texas", sharp XF c/m on AG 1867 shield nickel. VERY RARE, only known specimen on a nickel, one of TWO KNOWN. $750.00-1000.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Cover Color Photo
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //Other Engravers/DieSinkers/Medalist //
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149. (NY:Lyons and Newark): UNIQUE Silver Hard Times Token, GUNSMITH MARKS. This double countermarked piece has never been sold at auction, and it is illustrated and discussed in both Rulau and Brunk. The first stamp is "A. Henshaw" Bar Punch by a gunsmith and engraver of Newark, NY, who lived close to the other gunsmith who stamped this coin. In fact, the marks appear to have been applied at the same time! Orra Bennett made percussion halflock guns in Lyons, NY, and applied the incuse marks "O. Bennett" and "Lyons" above and below "A. Henshaw". The Bennett mark is UNIQUE, and the only other example of a Henshaw mark also is stamped "1837", which dates these pieces. Very strong and bold XF marks on 1789 Two Reales, clear and strong Good, small hole at edge. A once in a lifetime chance to bid on a UNIQUE Gunsmith Hard Times Token, apparently stamped by two friends! $2500.00-2550.00+
COMMENT: ex-Maurice Gould, ex-Ralph Goldstone, ex-Doc Carberry, 1976. Rulau plate specimen. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Rulau notes the "A. Henshaw" c/m on a 1822 large cent realized $1500 in a 1996 Kirtley auction. Rulau p.127 values the Henshaw mark at $2200.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of FL Florida //
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150. (FL Treasure Island): Bil-Mar, 1939. Hank Thoele recently solved the puzzle of this enigmatic countermark, which previously was identified to Treasure Island in the San Francisco Bay, and then to the Treasure Island Amusement Park in Scarborough Mere, Yorkshire, England. Treasure Island is a small community in Florida that is located west of St. Petersburg on an island connected to the mainland by the Treasure Island Causeway. One of its hotels is the Bilmar Beach Resort. So this is a Florida countermark that may have been used fifty years ago as the latest known date is 1948. Perhaps a FL researcher can discover the reason for its issue! "Bil-Mar/Treasure Island", strong and bold XF c/m on English Penny of 1918, VG. Less than a dozen known. $75.00-85.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. One of the very few FL c/m!
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of IA Iowa //Norway //
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151. (IA): G. Bitzer. This interesting countermark also is found on an 1867 Cedar Rapids, IA bridge token that is in the style of a Civil War token. Since Bitzer is a Scandinavian name, and the c/m also is known on a Norwegian two ore, the Bitzer c/ms are listed in some Scandinavia references. Until recently its connection to Iowa was uncertain, but a search of Civil War induction records indicates that two people named "G. Bitzer" enlisted in Muscatine County; one of them apparently stamped this coin years later. "G. Bitzer" on 1882 Jamaican farthing. One of only 3 known, all on different coins and tokens. Unique. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Rulau IA-CR2
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Bolen: J.A. Bolen //Diesinker //
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152. (MA Springfield) J.A. Bolen, Medalist and Diesinker. The famous Bolen worked from 1858 to 1874 in Springfield. This restrike was made by a Boston coin dealer in the 1950s or 1960s using two original stamps to 'tease' Maurice Gould, the well known writer on countermarked coins. "J.A. Bolen", 12 mm on obv. "J.A. Bolen", 9 mm. on rev. Two distinct stamps, about F/XF on VF 1847 Large Cent. $50.00-60.00+
COMMENT: ex-Gould. See Rulau p.683.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //
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153. (MA) "Boston". Some "Boston" countermarks seem to have been intended as city name stamps, while others indicate particular merchants. 13 mm sharp XF c/m on 1875-CC Seated Half Dollar, AG. $35.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //
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154. (MA) "Boston" on Mexican Eight Reales. Some "Boston" countermarks seem to have been intended as city name stamps, while others indicate particular merchants. 7 mm bold XF c/m on 1834 Mexican 8 reales, sharp VF. $50.00-60.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Large Cent related //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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155. (NY New York City): Zalmon Bostwick, Silversmith. From 1846 to 1852 Bostwick was a silversmith in NYC. "Z. Bostwick" script in shaped bar punch, unusual with upper and lower case letters. Bold VF+ on G 1843 Large Cent. RARE, one of only 3 known specimens. $175.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. See Rulau p.331.
CrossRef: Large Cent related //Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //
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156. J.N. Bourne - 1873 on Large Cent. Brunk B-923 "J.N. Bourne" (twice) or possibly "I.N.", and "1873", bold XF marks on 1849 Large Cent. UNIQUE. $25.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CT Connecticut //Half cent/related //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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157. (CT New Cannan): Unusual CIRCULAR BAND A.M. Bouton on Early Half Cent. According to Rulau, Alexander Malachi Bouton of New Cannan was born in 1807 and was a tool maker. This is an exceeding unusual c/m coin which has been stamped three times. Around the reverse rim is a highly unusual, serrated circular band mark "A. M. Bouton Warranted" of the sort that appears on such things as nineteenth century saw blades. "Cast Steel" is stamped twice in the center, overlapping and at right angles to each other. Sharp and bold XF c/m on Early Half Cent, perhaps 1797, AG. Unique! $225.00-250.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Swoger TAMS article, 1991; Photo Rulau.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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158. "A.C. BOWE". Bold XF mark on 1876 Seated Quarter, VG+. Should be identifiable. One of only 3 known. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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159. (NY New York City): Boyd. This is a well known countermark, but its origins have been a mystery. Recently Michael McAllister noticed that the letter style of "Boyd" is identical to the typeface used by "Boyd's Directories" in its publications and advertisements. William H. Boyd of New York City was well known from the middle to late nineteenth century for publishing city and state directories. "Boyd" VF c/m on 1876 Seated Quarter, VG. $75.00-85.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Temperance //
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160. NY NYC and Asbury Park NJ: Bradley & Smith Brushes and Asbury Temperance Resort. James A. Bradley and Alfred H. Smith were manufacturers and importers of brushes in NYC. "Bradley & Smith Brushes, N.Y." on obv. "Asbury Park, N.J." on rev. to advertise Bradley's temperance resort (see Brunk for information and photo). Sharp and bold XF+ c/ms on 1873 arrows & rays Seated Half Dollar, Choice and sharp VF/XF. Rare. One of only 3 with this combination of c/ms. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Rulau. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Half cent/related //

161. (PA: Philadelphia?): J. Bramble. A possible issuer was James Bramble, an innkeeper in Philadelphia in the 1850 census. A well known countermark that seems to be a trademark. "J. Bramble/(star)", sharp and bold XF c/m on XF 1854 XF Half Cent, minor rim damage. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Copy of coin //Coins: Colonial coin copy copies //
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162. y. Not a particularly good copy of a Brasher doubloon with "EB" countermark, made in the 1960s or 1970s. Gilt pot metal, about VF.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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163. (NY Rochester?): George A. Brown. A person of this name was a gunsmith in Rochester c. 1845, but it is not known if he issued this c/m thirty years later. "Geo. A. Brown", weak Good c/m on AG 1876 Seated Quarter. $150.00-175.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Large Cent related //
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164. "H.S. Burges". While Rulau suggested Burges was a silver plater in Baltimore, MD, Frank Thoele reports that many Burgeses lived in Maine in the 1850s and 1860s. The top "B" is missing on most of his c/m coins because his stamp broke. "H.S. Burges" F/VF c/m on G/VG 1838 Large Cent, pitted. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Large Cent related //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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165. "H.S. Burges". As above, bold VF+ c/m on choice 1851 Large Cent, VG/F. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Large Cent related //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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166. "H.S. Burges". As above, bold XF c/m on nice VG 1852 Large Cent. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of IA Iowa //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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167. IA Dubuque: Charles Cannon, Grocer. RARE IOWA Mark. Until recently the only information that could be located about Cannon was a couple of city directory listings, which noted Charles and Henry Cannon sold groceries at 41 Main from 1857 to 1860. Then Josiah Conzett's 'Recollections of People and Events of Dubuque Iowa, 1846-1890' was put on the internet by a genealogist. 'Next to the (American) hotel, Geo. Starr had a grocery store. Here my brother Jacob worked the winter of 1847/48. Next to that the Cannon Bros, Bill, Chas. and Henry, also had a grocery store.' One of the few Iowa countermarks, and struck before the Civil War when Dubuque was a major Mississippi River town. "C. Cannon/Grocer/No.41/Dubuque, Iowa." Bold VF at top, with only first 3 letters of last line clear, on Good+ 1854 arrow & rays Seated Half Dollar. Only half a dozen known, only 3 on half dollars. RARE. $400.00-450.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Large Cent related //
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168. (MA: Roxbury) "W. Capen" bar punch on 1797 Cent. Unique Early American Token! Rulau attributes to William Capen of Roxbury, MA. In toothed rectangular bar punch, bold XF mark, on obv of 1797 Large Cent, AG with date and Liberty clear. Interesting smith mark, needing further research. Rare! $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Rulau. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of TX Texas //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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169. (TX Houston?): G.W. Capron. Rulau notes that many example of this c/m appear on New Orleans Mint coins, and suggests they were issued by a Southerner. Hank Thoele searched the relevant Census records, and discovered that a person of this name was listed in the 1860 Census in Houston (while another was listed in Attleborough, MA). Two types of marks are known, one with a backwards "N". This has the usual "N" in the name. "G. W. Capron", rectangular bar punch, VF, on AG 1853 arrows & rays Seated Quarter. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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170. "S.R. Clapp - Cast Steel". This may be a predecessor of today's international ClappDiCo, the 'world's leader in super-abrasive cutlery tools', but its history has not been traced. "S.R. Clapp - Cast Steel" (last letter of 'Steel' off edge); "E. Robbins" on rev., all bold XF, on AG 1827 Large Cent, rev. scratches. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Nickel/5c //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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171. OH Willoughby: Lot of 5 Carter Diamond Tool. Neat lot of 5 modern pieces: "Carter Diamond Tool Corp./1920-2000/Willoughby, Ohio". 5pcs: On 1920 Buffalo nickel (Good), and on 2000 cent, 2 on quarters and dollar (Unc).
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //
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172. "T. Catley" on Hard Times Token. Curved VF mark on Jacksonian Hard Times token, F/VF, some punch marks. One of 2 known on HTT. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Half cent/related //
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173. CH 4 Cts on Half Cent. Interesting revaluation of a half cent to 4 cents! "CH./4 Cts" bold VF on obv & rev of 1855 slant 55 Half Cent, VG+. Only 7 pieces known. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Jewelers //Watch/Clock Related //Large Cent related //
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174. NY Clyde: Occupational E.J. Chapin. RARE mark of E.J. Chapin, jeweler, clock and watch dealer. "E.J. Chapin/Clyde, N.Y./Dealer/Watches, Clocks &/Jewelery/Clyde, N.Y." with "E.J.Chapin"/"Clyde,N.Y" on reverse, Bold VF/XF c/m, on fully slick Large Cent, clipped. This combination of marks is UNIQUE and is the longest of all his marks. Appears to be some bar punches and some individual letter punches. Only 6 known from this merchant. Rare! $225.00-275.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Patent Medicine //Large Cent related //Medicine/Medical //
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175. MA Boston: UNIQUE Dr. J. Cheever. Dr. Joseph Cheever advertised in the 1854 Boston Herald: 'Agency for Dr. S.S. Fitch's Celebrated Medicines and Mechanical Remedies for cure of Consumption, Asthma, Female Diseases, etc.' Cheever was born ca. 1808 in New Hampshire, listed in the 1850 census in Charleston and in the 1860 census in Chelsea, both outside Boston. "Dr. J. Cheever", bold XF on Choice VG 1821 Large Cent. UNIQUE, only known specimen! See Brunk for text from Cheever's advertisement. $400.00-500.00+
COMMENT: ex-World Exonumia 30 May 1978, lot 1956. Photo, Rulau.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Diesinker //
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176. NY NY New York City: James Chinery, Early American Token of a Die Cutter! Chinery was listed in the 1829 city directory at 90 William St., as a 'letter and tool' cutter. "J. Chinery/Die Cutter/205 W. St. N.Y." made from the stamp he would have used to mark his work. See Rulau page 41, who does not illustrate an example as it is so rare. Bold VF c/m on AG 1816 Real. RARE Early American Token! $450.00-500.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. See Brunk giant photo, p. 475.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of IL Illinois //Boot/Shoe/Feet //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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177. IL Ottawa: Child & Brother Shoemakers. The c/ms seem to have been issued c. 1862 as that is the latest date of the 14 known coins with this stamp. "Child & Bro./Ottawa Ill.", mostly bold VF c/m on AG/G arrows Seated Half Dollar. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Half cent/related //
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178. PA Philadelphia: George W. Clark. In 1860 G.W. Clark was listed as a maker of whitelead, etc. at 217 Lodge St. George Clark was listed as a blacksmith at 1118 Whistar St., 1857-1875. "G. Clark/Phila", first line slightly curved, bold XF on Choice XF 1855 slant 55 Half Cent. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Large Cent related //
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179. (PA: Philadelphia): G.W. Clark. Probably same issuer as above, single straight line punch "G.W. Clark", bold XF on choice Good+ 1847 Large Cent. Only 2 known of this variety, only known specimen on Large Cent. $125.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of IA Iowa //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Territorial, Pre-Statehood //Hotel/Motel //
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180. (IA: Iowa City): Clark House. RARE pre-Civil War mark from Iowa's territorial capital. "Clark/House", bold XF on choice Good 1856-O Seated Half Dollar. One of only 3 known! Rare. $400.00-500.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Rulau; Photo, Brunk Journal of American Culture article, 1991. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Horses //
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181. (NY Petersburg): Stephen P. Cobb. Cobb was listed in the 1860 census as a saddle and harness maker near Petersburg, NY. "S.P. Cobb", Bold VF mark on 1853 arrows & rays Good Seated Liberty Quarter. One of only 3 known on quarters. $200.00-300.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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182. W.E. Colman in Upper & Lower Letters. "W.E. Colman." An unusual mark with upper and lower case letters. Only known example and may be identifiable. Bold VF on choice VG+ 1851 Large Cent. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Daguerreotype related //Large Cent related //Photography/Tintype/Daguerreotype/Etc. //
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183. NY NYC: RARE Cooper & Demarest DAGUERREOTYPE Artists. Finest of two known of this mark of James C. Cooper and Garret Brinckerhoff Demarest, who ran a NYC Daguerreotype photography firm at this address 1853-1856! Unique until recently, now one of two known! "Cooper & Demarest/222 Canal St", bold XF mark on Choice VF 1848 Large Cent. $400.00-500.00+
COMMENT: ex-Maurice Gould. Photo, Swoger TAMS Journal article, 1991; Photo, Rulau. Bosco 2000 auction of poor Large Cent, $240.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Patent Medicine //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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184. (NY: New York City) Try Corey's Ointment Patent Medicine. A probable issuer was George W. Corey, listed as a druggist at 157 Christopher Street in the 1881 NYC directory. "Try/ Corey's/Ointment", interesting quack medical merchant needing further research. Choice XF mark on Good+ 1856 Seated Quarter. $300.00-400.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Patent Medicine //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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185. (NY: NYC) Try Corey's Ointment Patent Medicine. "Try/Corey's/Ointment", interesting quack medical item. Choice XF mark, first few letters of 'Ointment' missing; on Good+ 1854 arrows Seated Half Dollar. $300.00-350.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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186. (NY: NYC) Try Corey's Ointment Patent Medicine. "Try/Corey's/Ointment", interesting quack medical item. On Dime, so part of mark does not show. Choice XF mark, only bottoms of 'Try' showing; on AG/Good 1854 arrows Seated Dime. $300.00-350.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Two Cent coin //
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187. "R.H. Crist". Unusual on Two Cent piece of 1864. Bold XF mark on choice Fine 1864 two cent. Only 5 known. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Patent Office/Patents //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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188. (NY New York City) Unique Culvers Patent. Rulau attributes to Culver & Co, of 52 Cliff St, which sold a "Patent Hot Air Furnace". Unique "Culvers/Patent" in single circular mark, just the size of the dime! Bold VF mark on 1853 arrows Seated Dime, AG. See Rulau p.334-5. $350.00-450.00+
COMMENT: ex-Jess Peters, 1978. Photo, Rulau. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Territorial, Pre-Statehood // State of SD South Dakota // State of ND North Dakota //
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189. Dakota Territory. Possibly a rare territorial, of the Dakota Land Association. On planned off reverse of 1881 Indian Cent, "Dakota/Ass'n" individual letter punches, bold XF mark, cent Good. $100.00-500.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Patent Medicine //Medicine/Medical //
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190. MA Boston: Consult Dr. Darby. On Two Reales. Ralph H. Darby was first listed as an apothecary and by 1853 he was listed as a physician. Darby was no longer practicing medicine by 1856. "Consult/Dr. Darby/Boston", bold VF on head of Lima 1785 choice AG/G Two reales. $300.00-400.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Brunk TAMS Journal article, 1990. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Nickel/5c //
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191. "H.H. Davis". Bold XF mark on VG 1867 shield nickel. One of only 2 known on shield nickels, less than a dozen total. $50.00-65.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //
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192. "D.H. Day". Bold XF mark below eagle on VG 1857 Flying Eagle cent. Less than a dozen known. $65.00-80.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of VT Vermont //Large Cent related //
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193. (VT?): "Geo. Delano". Two people named George Delano were living in Vermont according to the 1860 Census. Semi-circular mark, struck twice, once partially, once bold VF, so the result is a circle. AG bust Large Cent. $75.00-85.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //
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194. NY Elmira: William P. Dewitt, Gunsmith. William Dewitt was a gunsmith beginning in 1848 and issued these countermarked coins ca. 1854. "W.P. Dewitt/Elmira", bold XF mark on Choice VG Lima 1777 Two Reales. One of only 4 known on 2 reales. $200.00-250.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Dollar: Silver Dollar //
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195. "J.R. Drodzeski." on DOLLAR - UNIQUE! Bold VF mark on choice VF 1884 Morgan Dollar. Unique! $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MS Mississippi //Badges: Official Police Badges //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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196. MS Meridian: T.V. Dunn POLICE BADGE made from Quarter, 1870. "T.V. Dunn/Meridian/M.S." in curved marks on obv. "City/Police/June 1870" on rev. Bold XF letter punches on VG 1860 Seated quarter. Pin removed, solder marks on obv. The Dunns were an old Meridian family, and one of the city's streets is called Dunn's Falls Road. RARE SOUTHERN Police c/m and badge. Rulau MS-Me-1. $200.00-225.00+
COMMENT: ex-VanOrmer.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Large Cent related //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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197. (NY New York City): Charles C. Dyer, Saw Filer, Hard Times Token. Rulau page 165 lists this mark as a HTT, which seems likely, but also notes a single c/m coin dated 1847, which may be a typo. Dyer was listed as a saw filer and tool maker in the New York city directories from 1843. He used both a large (17 mm) stamp, and less often a small (12 mm) stamp. "C.C. Dyer", 12 mm, the scarcer narrow variety, bold VF on 1803 AG Large Cent, well worn. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Bust US Coinage: 5/10/25c //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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198. (NY New York City): C.C. Dyer on Half Dime, Hard Times Token. As above, but the scarcer 12 mm variety, bold VF mark on choice Fine 1829 Bust Half Dime. $125.00-150.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Large Cent related //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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199. (NY New York City): C.C. Dyer, Saw Filer, Hard Times Token. As above, but the large 17 mm variety. Bold VF on Good 1831 Large Cent. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Large Cent related //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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200. (NY New York City): C.C. Dyer and Myers on Large Cent. As above, larger VF 17 mm mark, and "Myers", F/VF mark, on worn Brown AG 1803 Large Cent, clear date, etc., rim dings. Brunk photo page 233. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Brunk TAMS Journal article, 1990. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Bust US Coinage: 5/10/25c //Hotel/Motel //
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201. (NY Albany): UNIQUE Eagle Hotel on 1804 Bust Dime! The letter style of this mark is similar to early advertisements of the Eagle Hotel in Albany, NY. Unusual upper and lower case italics "Eagle Hotel", bold XF mark on AG 1804 Bust Dime. Only known specimen and a rare early coin type! $600.00-650.00+
COMMENT: ex-VanOrmer collection. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Rulau photo. 2005 Red Book value for AG 1804 dime is $600.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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202. (ME Bangor): John Ellis & Co. The firm was located at 8 Main St in 1868; the same person was listed as a jeweler, watchmaker and dealer in silver plate. "J. Ellis", small 9mm variety, bold VF mark on obverse AND reverse of Good 1857 Seated Quarter, toned. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Dollar: Silver Dollar //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Territorial, Pre-Statehood // State of NV Nevada //Mining/Metallurgy/Mineralogy //
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203. NV Unionville: Empire Gold & Silver Mining Co. Maurice Gould, who was the leading authority on merchant countermarks in the 1950s and 1960s, thought the example in his collection was from Virginia City. But a stock certificate of the company, which is reproduced in both Brunk and Rulau, shows an incorporation date of July 24, 1863, in Unionville, Humboldt County, N.T. (Nevada Territory). Given the size of the c/ms, it seems likely that they were intended for stamping ingots. ONLY KNOWN SPECIMEN of this Curved Bar Punch variety. 4 total. See extensive discussions in Rulau and Brunk. Bold XF mark on VG+ 1872 SEATED DOLLAR, holed. UNIQUE MINING SILVER DOLLAR! $1000.00-1050.00+
COMMENT: Ex-Gould. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Two Cent coin //
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204. "G. Evans" on Two Cent. Bold VF mark on obv. of nice AG/G 1865 two cent piece. Less than a dozen known. $50.00-65.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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205. "E.P. Everett". Slightly curved bold VF mark on brown AG 1837 Large Cent. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of TX Texas //Barber US Coinage: 5/10/25/50c //
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206. TX San Antonio: Unique F&H Texas Mark! One of only two San Antonio countermarks! Unique Texas mark: "Mfg. Co./F & H/San Antonio, Tex.", all in circle, see picture. Partially weak F/VF mark on 1898 Barber Quarter, AG. One of the few c/ms on a Barber coin. $200.00-400.00+
COMMENT: ex-World Exonumia 26 Feb. 1979, lot 1934.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of OH Ohio //Daguerreotype related //Photography/Tintype/Daguerreotype/Etc. //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //
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207. (OH) Cincinnati: J.W. Faris, Photographer. See long writeup in Brunk about Faris photographers of Cincinnati. An 1844 advertisement noted Faris's Colored Photographic Miniatures with a gallery at 150 Main St. So this might be a Hard Times Token, although it more likely was issued a little later. "Faris"/"Cincinnati." in two separate marks, both XF, first "C" of 'Cincinnati' partially off the bust of the French King Louis XVIII on which it is stamped. One of the few American c/ms on a French coin. 1819-A French Five Francs, VG, holed at edge. Only two examples known for this photographer, and both varieties are UNIQUE! $600.00-650.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Brunk Journal of American Culture article, 1991; Photo, Rulau. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 // State of ME Maine // State of NH New Hampshire //
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208. (NH/ME): "R.W. Fernald". A search of genealogical records indicates that the Fernald family was located principally in New Hampshire and Maine, but "R.W. Fernald" has not yet been identified. Bold XF+ mark on sharp VF 1858 Seated Quarter. Only 6 known, only 2 on quarters. $75.00-85.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Wine/Whiskey/Spirts other than beer //
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209. (PA Philadelphia): Flanagan's Punch, Punchbowl. One of the few countermarks with a graphic symbol, a punchbowl. In 1837 Robert Flanagan operated the Lyon's Hotel at 112 N Sixth St. Its bar was called the Vulcan Hall, and Flanagan's Punch was one of the house drinks. "R. Flanagan's/Punch/(punchbowl)/112. N. 6th St" bold XF mark on 1787M Two Reales, AG/G, solder marks from removed pin. Classic and desirable countermark! Photo Rulau p.384. $300.00-400.00+
COMMENT: ex-World Exonumia 28 Nov. 1977, lot 1509. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Ford, Henry Ford //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //
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210. Ford Automobile Co. For decades coins have been found stamped with the trademark of the Ford Automobile Co. While we do not know the original purpose of these coins, the 1958 'Numismatist' reported that 'The tale of the Ford Company offering a new car in return for certain specified coins is an old one that crops up periodically...' Hank Thoele has noted that the Ford marks are of two sorts. Those with a broken flourish to the 'F' in 'Ford' were struck c 1963, and five years after the 'Numismatist' report. It has been speculated that someone took a broken Ford stamp from a trash bind, and used it to stamp coins sold to collectors at car shows, but the precise origins of this variety are uncertain. There is a relatively large number of these broken "F" coins, mostly on the silver half dollars that were common in circulation in the early 1960s. In contrast, the various stamps that do not have a broken 'F' are 'originals'. They often are in thick script, are deeply struck, and are worth more. This is an 'original' Script "Ford", bold XF, on obv. and rev. of Good 1904 Indian Cent. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Ford, Henry Ford //Nickel/5c //
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211. Ford Automobile Co. An original Script "Ford" struck twice on both obv. and rev. of Good 1893 Liberty Head nickel. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Ford, Gerald R Ford, President //Nickel/5c //
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212. Unusual 'Ford' on Liberty Nickel. Bold script "Ford 1" XF mark on Good 1902 V Nickel. $25.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Ford, Henry Ford //Barber US Coinage: 5/10/25/50c //
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213. Ford Automobile Co. An original Script "Ford G", bold XF mark on Good+ 1914 Barber Quarter. One of the few countermarks found on Barber coins. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Ford, Henry Ford //Half Dollar //
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214. Ford Automobile Co. Broken 'F' Script "Ford" struck about 1963. Bold VF on AG/G 1942 Standing Liberty Half Dollar. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Ford, Henry Ford //Half Dollar //
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215. Ford Automobile Co. Broken 'F' Script "Ford" struck twice. VF marks on AU 1952-D Franklin Half Dollar. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //

216. Unique "J.H. Fox". Bold, large stamp on 18?2 Large Cent, stamp covers part of date, coin VG. $25.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Half cent/related //
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217. GB in Diamond - Early American Token. One of only 5 known, the latest on an 1826 coin, and so this appears to be an Early American Token. "GB" in serrated diamond. Bold XF single mark on AG 1826 Half Cent. Only specimen on Half Cent. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //China //
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218. (MA Boston): Gamsun Restaurant Chinese Cash. Unusual circular mark on edge of Chinese cash coin. You can still see the name of this restaurant painted on the side of an old brick building in the Chinatown district of Boston. "Gamsun Restaurant/Lucky Piece", bold VF/XF mark on VG cash. Only 3 known. $75.00-85.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Large Cent related //
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219. MA Athol: George Gerry. Gerry moved to Athol in the 1840s. In 1853 he founded the George Gerry and Son Textile Machinery Co. "G. Gerry."/"Athol Mass." bold VF/XF mark on VG 1846 Large Cent, punch mark. $125.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Two Cent coin //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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220. NY Olean: Unique J. Goodell & Son. James Goodell was born in 1832, and was a gunsmith since the late 1850s. His obituary appeared in the Sept. 26, 1893 Olean Weekly Democrat, killed in a horse-drawn hearse split asunder by a passenger train. Albert A. Swarts was born in 1851, and was a partner in Swarts & Luce, a blacksmithing firm. "J. Goodell"/"Olean N.Y."/"&"/"Son" on obv. "A. A. Swarts" on rev. J. Goodell & Son probably was a predecessor of today's Goodell Tools of Olean. Unique, only coin with either stamp! Bold XF marks on Good 1864 two cent. $200.00-250.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Cover Color Photo. Information discovered by Bruce Mosher.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Patent Medicine //Large Cent related //
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221. (NH Exeter): Goodwin's Patent Medicines. The 'G.G.G.' and 'G.G.G.G' countermarks have been collected for 150 years, but only a few years after being struck their origins had been forgotten! In this vein, lot 1457 of the April 28, 1863, W. Elliot Woodward auction noted, 'Goodwin's Grand Grease Juice for the Hair, G.G.G., struck over a U.S. cent, very curious.' David Bowers discovered that G.G.G. was 'The Great American Preparation for the Establishment, Growth and Beauty of the Human Hair'. The initials 'G.G.G.G.' refer to a 'breath perfume' called 'Goodwin's Grand Glittering Globules'. While M.H. Goodwin registered these products and their trademark initials, they were sold by one of his relatives, Charles H. Goodwin of Exeter. "Use/G.G.G." bold XF mark on choice brown VF/XF 1853 Large Cent. A classic! $125.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Large Cent related //Patent Medicine //

222. (NH Exeter): Goodwin's Patent Medicines. As above, "Use/G.G.G." bold XF mark on choice VF 1853 Large Cent. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Patent Medicine //Half Dime //
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223. (NH Exeter): Goodwin's Patent Medicines. As above, "Use/G.G.G." bold VF mark on 1853 arrows Half Dime, dark Good. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Patent Medicine //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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224. (NH Exeter): Goodwin's Patent Medicines. As above, "Use/G.G.G." bold XF mark on sharp toned XF 1853 arrows Seated Liberty Dime. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Patent Medicine //
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225. (NH Exeter): G.G.G.G. Goodwin's Patent Medicine. Countermark for both Goodwin's Grand Grease Juice and Goodwin's Grand Glittering Globules breath perfume. "Use/G.G.G./&/G.G.G.G.", very bold XF+ mark on choice brown VG 1847 Large Cent. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Patent Medicine //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //
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226. (NH Exeter): Goodwin's Patent Medicines on Hard Times Token. "Use/G.G.G./&/G.G.G.G.", bold XF mark on choice brown Fine 1837 'Millions for Defense' Hard Times Token. ONLY KNOWN EXAMPLE on Hard Times Token. $200.00-225.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Large Cent related //
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227. "E.B. Gilman". This mark is virtually identical to the mark of G.E. Gilman. So they must have been relatives. They may have lived in MA or NY, and both marks should be identifiable. "E.B. Gilman", VF mark on AG 1876 Seated Quarter. $75.00-85.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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228. "J. Gilmore". Struck twice, at right angles to each other, strong XF mark on AG 1802 Large Cent. Another mark that should be identifiable. $75.00-85.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Dollar: Silver Dollar //Political: Medals/Tokens: Pre-1901 //
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229. "In God We Trust" Political-Religious Mark on Seated Silver Dollar! This countermark seems to have been associated with the political campaign by religious activists to add the motto "In God We Trust" to US coins. Beginning in 1866 that motto appears on a banner above the eagle in the same place that it is found on this coin. 'God' is from a distinctly different style of individual letter punches than the rest of the motto in having ornate flourishes. Bold VF on rev of 1860-O Silver Dollar. UNIQUE political-religious stamp on New Orleans dollar. $300.00-350.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //

230. "A. B. Grant." In italics letters, bold VF+ on Good+ 1858 Flying Eagle Cent. 8 known, 3 on small cents. $75.00-85.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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231. "A. B. Grant." on Quarter. As above in italics letters, bold XF on nice 1855 Arrows Seated Liberty Quarter. 8 known, 2 on quarters. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Nickel/5c // State of NY New York //
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232. (NY: Syracuse) "H.M. Greeley". Horace M. Greely was listed in the 1870 Census as a dry good clerk, and in the 1880 Census as owning a "Mili. Business", selling women's hats. Bold VF+ mark on AG 1867 shield nickel. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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233. NY Hudson: Isaiah Griffin. The hallmark of Isaiah Griffin or one of his relatives. "Griffin"/"Hudson" F/VF marks on toned AG 1780 real. Only known specimen on one real. $100.00-150.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of OH Ohio //Photography/Tintype/Daguerreotype/Etc. //Half cent/related //
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234. "G.W.C" on Half Cent. At least three merchants used these initials to stamp coins, and the issuer has not yet been identified. The obvious candidates are G.W. Collins, a photographer in Urbana, Ohio; George W. Chapin, an arms inspector who specialized in swords, and G.W. Capron of Houston, Texas. Over fifty examples are known. Most pieces are stamped a number of times, and seem to have been issued c 1861. "G.W.C" struck three times, VF-XF on obv. of dark VF/XF 1833 Half Cent. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Counterfeit Coins //
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235. (NY Earlville): G. W. Hastings on COUNTERFEIT MEXICAN EIGHT REALES! This stamp, which seems to have been issued ca. 1852, is unlisted by Rulau, but he attributes the issuer in his section on Civil War Cardboard chits. "G. W. Hastings" struck VF/XF twice on obv, once weakly on rev, on AG/G silver-plated copper counterfeit 1844 Mexican Eight Reales, holed. UNUSUAL! $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of WI Wisconsin //Nickel/5c //
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236. WI LaCrosse: Hatch's Restaurant. E.A. Hatch operated the Aldine Restaurant on the corner of Third and Main Streets, ca. 1876. "Hatch's/-o-/Restaurant/Cor Main & 3rd Sts./-o-/Lax, Wis." choice VF mark on Good 1873 shield nickel. $175.00-225.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. FULL PAGE Plate in first edition of Brunk!
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Two Cent coin //
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237. "E.C. Hatch." on Two Cent. Nice VF mark on Good 1864 two cent. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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238. Unique "J.K. Houser"(?) Bar Punch. Brunk reads as 'housER', but it could be 'housED' or 'housEL'. In rectangular bar punch, with periods centered half-way up, rather than at base of letters. Fine mark, on Good 1847 Large Cent, some unevenness. Should be identifiable. Unique! $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //

239. "H.F. Hill." on One Real. VF mark on very clear, nice Good+ 1793 Madrid Spanish one real. Only known specimen on real, only four known. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Large Cent related //Jewelers //Music/Piano/Composer/Organ //
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240. (NY: Syracuse): Benjamin C. Hoff. Hoff was born in 1816. Between 1859 and 1867 he ran a jewelry and music store in Syracuse. Hoff countermarked coins both before and after the Civil War. Hank Thoele notes his older coins tend to be stamped twice, while those from the 1870s and 1880s are stamped only once. "B.C. Hoff" struck twice on obv of nice VG 1851 Large Cent, solder on rev. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 // State of NY New York //Jewelers //Music/Piano/Composer/Organ //
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241. (NY: Syracuse): "B.C. Hoff". As above, VF struck twice on obv of Good 1853 arrows and rays Seated Liberty Quarter. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Jewelers //Music/Piano/Composer/Organ //
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242. (NY: Syracuse): "B.C. Hoff". Struck VF twice on obv of AG 1858 Seated Half Dollar. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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243. "H.W. Houghton". Stamped 3 times on obv, 6 times on rev, VF-XF, on 1849 Large Cent, VF, but flattened from multiple stampings. One of only 3 known on large cents. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Nickel/5c //Female-Related/Woman (not suffrage) //
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244. Scarce FEMALE Mark: Jennie Hubbs. "Jennie/Hubbs", both curved lines, VF mark on nice VG 1866 shield nickel. Only known specimen on nickel, only 5 total known. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //Saloon (on item) // State of KY Kentucky //
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245. "Hunt & Moore" (KY Saloon?). This enigmatic c/m has given Rulau a great deal of problems, and has been shifted repeatedly in his 'Standard Catalog'. It seems to be a saloon token since a struck token is known that reads 'Hunt and Moore Proprietors, Good for 1 Drink'. It may be related to Moore, Hunt Co., sole agents for the Bourbon and Rye Whiskey that was manufactured by Jesse Moore & Co. of Louisville, KY. Bold VF+ mark on beat up 1803 Large Cent. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent // State of KY Kentucky //
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246. Hunt & Moore (KY Saloon?). As above, "Hunt & Moore" bold XF mark on VG 1861 C-N Indian Cent. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MO Missouri //Bust US Coinage: 5/10/25c //Slave/Slavery //
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247. MO St. Louis: Isaac B. Burbbayge: Burbbayge ran an intelligence office and general agency in St. Louis, selling maps of Western rivers, a wide variety of goods, and SLAVES! He was also a partner in Burbbayge and Keller, maker of tin and copper goods, which may be what this stamp was made for. "I.B.B./St. Louis/Mo", mostly bold VF+ mark, last 's' of 'Louis' mostly off the coin. On obv of 1836 Bust Half Dime, obv Good, rev AG. Rare countermark! $500.00-650.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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248. "J.G." Bold XF mark on nice VG 1847 Large Cent. See Brunk p.168-9. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //
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249. "J.G Jr". Bold XF mark on AG Low 98 Hard Times Token. See Brunk p.168-9. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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250. "F.M. James." Struck 3 times on obv, 4 times on rev, Fine to XF marks, on VG 1858 Seated Half Dollar. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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251. "C. Johnson". One of two known! Bold XF curved mark, on AG/G 1840 Large cent. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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252. "J.O. Johnson." VF mark on choice brown Fine 1852 Large Cent. Less than a dozen known. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Two Cent coin //
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253. "J. P. Kelley" and "AB". VF mark, on Fine 1864 two cent. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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254. Kennedy on Rare Host Twenty Cent! "?. Kennedy" bold XF mark, first letter off; on reverse of unusual host coin: Fine 1875-S Twenty Cent. $125.00-175.00+
COMMENT: ex-Koppenhaver Nov 1983.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Photography/Tintype/Daguerreotype/Etc. //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 // State of NY New York //
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255. (NY: Norwich?) C. W. King, Photographer. King used a number of the small stamps meant for marking the back of his photographs to stamp coins before the Civil War. He probably is the person listed as 'G.W. King' in reference books on photography, and was a daguerreian in Norwich, NY in 1847. Most of King's marks are so small that they are difficult to read, but this stamp is large enough to see that the correct reading is "C. W. King". Bold VF mark on rev. of VG 1856 Seated Quarter. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of IN Indiana //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Jewelers //Watch/Clock Related //
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256. IN Elkhart: A. Klinger, Jeweler. Klinger's countermarked coins were issued c 1858 since his 1860 advertisement for watches, clocks and jeweler placed him in Niles, Michigan. Bold name, city and occupation mark on Hard Times token! "A. Klinger/Jeweler/Elkhart Ind", very strong XF mark on 'Millions for Defense' HTT, VF. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Large Cent related //
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257. (PA: Reading): Levi P. Knerr. Knerr was a machinist in Reading in 1850. "L.P. Knerr": Bold VF mark on VG 1843 Large Cent. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Large Cent related //
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258. (PA: Reading): Levi P. Knerr. As above, "L.P. Knerr", very bold XF+ mark on 1848 Large Cent. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MD Maryland //Saloon (on item) //
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259. MD Baltimore: Knight's Mineral Water SALOON on 2 real. Classic rarity, a choice example of "A. Knight's/Mineral/Water Saloon/99/Balto Street". An excellent Fine to VF+ mark on a well worn AG two reales, 1780? Rare and desirable! $300.00-400.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Large Cent related //
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260. (NY: Rochester?): John Knight. A possible issuer was John Knight, a silversmith in Rochester in the 1840s. "J. Knight", Fine to VF mark, 'h' weak, on 1837 Large Cent. $125.00-175.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Kossuth: Louis Kossuth //
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261. PA Philadelphia: Kossuth Exchange on Two Reales. Apparently a music hall, since an 1850s sheet music mentions a song had first been sung at the Kossuth Exchange. Classic rarity, "Kossuth Exchange/J/Thomas/K/.Philada.", choice VG-VF mark, last line weak, on 1778 silver two reales, AG, with date and some devices clear. Only 5 known on coins, one on a copper planchet. $350.00-500.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Theater/Drama/Vaudeville/Opera/Minstrel //
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262. (MD: Baltimore): Classic: Kunkels Opera Troupe. A great classic mark: "Kunkel's/Opera Troupe." in two lines, bold VF mark, slightly double struck, on AG mostly slick Mexico City mint two reales. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Ireland/Celtic //
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263. (MA) Boston: L & W on Bank of Ireland 10 Pence. "S Mkt/L & W/Bost" from individual letter punches. Some identify this as an issue of the Boston partnership of Leland & Williams c 1850, but that has not been verified (see Rulau and Brunk). Bold c/m on silver AG 1805 Bank of Ireland 10 Pence. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: ex-C&D Gale 24 June 1992 auction, lot 413. See comments in Rulau p.306.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Bust US Coinage: 5/10/25c //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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264. (PA Philadelphia): William Levis Bar Punch Hard Times Token. William Levis also spelled his last name 'Lewis' in some of his stamps. He was born in 1785. As a silversmith he was mentioned infrequently in Philadelphia city directories. Rulau suggests he lived in Chester county, and had a son of the same name, which would explain why half a dozen different stamps are attributed to Levis. In any event, from the dates of his coins it appears that they were issued c 1836, and this is a HTT. "W. Levis" in rectangular bar punch, raised letters, very bold XF mark, on AG 1836 Bust Dime. $150.00-175.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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265. "C.J. Lewis." Bold XF mark on 1849 Large Cent. Less than a dozen known. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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266. "N. Lindsay" Bar Punch. Very bold letters, in rectangular bar punch, struck twice one side, once the other, Fine to VF+, the two marks partially obscured when the other side was struck; all on fully slick probable early Large cent, 29mm. Should be identifiable. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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267. "H.D. Lord". Only known example on dime, one of only two known! Bold XF, slanted letters, on Fine 1845 Seated Liberty Dime. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Two Cent coin //
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268. "W.A. Lowe." Only known example on Two Cent; one of only 3 known! Bold VF+ mark on Good 1864 two cent. $65.00-80.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MD Maryland //China //
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269. (MD) Baltimore: Lyon-Hall - China/Japan. In 1884 J. Crawford, William A. Lyon and John W. Hall formed the Lyon-Hall Company to sell carpets and matting. This mark is only found on Chinese cash, which were extensively imported for use as gaming chips. An early gaming token? "China - Lyon-Hall & Co. - Japan/Baltimore."; reverse: "China - India - Japan./Matting Importers." Bold VF/XF mark on VG Chinese cash. Only 8 known. $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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270. "E.C. Marsh." Bold VF mark on nice VF 1853 Large Cent. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Buttons: Military clothing //
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271. (MA): Massachusetts State Seal: Indian & Bow. The MA state seal consists of an standing Indian holding a bow and arrow. A number of different style countermarks exist. They seem to be made using stamps meant to mark objects made for the State of MA. Dave Bowers suggests some of these were struck from a hub die used by Manning, Bowman and Co., CT, to make militia buttons. Die of Indian with bow and arrow, stuck on mostly slick AG Seated Liberty Quarter, holed at top. Only 8 known of all varieties. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of DC District of Columbia //Dental/teeth //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //Two Cent coin //
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272. (DC: Washington): Gunsmith E. R. Maynard on Two Cents. Dr. E. R. Maynard was a dental surgeon in Washington, D.C., who patented the Maynard primer, which was a percussion gun conversion. In 1856 he also patented a breech loading percussion rifle, and licensed its production to the Massachusetts Arms Company. Only two examples of this important countermark are known, "E.R. Maynard", about 12 times on 1864 two cents, VF-XF marks on VG coin. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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273. McAvoy & Co, Cast Steel. This mark should be possible to identify! Top line curved: "McAvoy & Co/Cast Steel", bold/strong XF mark on VG 1848 Large Cent. Unique! $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Rulau. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //
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274. "G.O. McDonald". Bold XF mark on pitted AG 1866 Indian Cent. Only known example on cent, one of only 2 known. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //Large Cent related //
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275. ME Saco: J.F. McKenney, Gunsmith. McKenney was the son of Henry McKenney, and worked with his father in Biddeford during the 1850s. J.F. later established his own shops in Bath and Seco, ME. This merchant comes in several varieties. "J.F. McKenney."/"Saco", VF marks on AG 1824 Large Cent. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Ku Klux Klan KKK //Barber US Coinage: 5/10/25/50c // State of MO Missouri //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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276. UNIQUE KU KLUX KLAN MARK! "Read/The/Menace" was the slogan the Klan used in its fight against school integration in the early twentieth century, and is known on Klan celluloids (see Brunk 1st ed. page 211 for a photo). 'The Menace' was published in MO by Wilbur Phelps, reaching to a readership of KKK members and anti-Catholics. This the ONLY EARLY KKK c/m coin, and one of the few Barber c/m. Not surprisingly, it is on a New Orleans Mint quarter. Bold, individual letter punches like most political countermarks. On sharp 1907-O Barber Quarter. UNIQUE KKK ITEM. $350.00-500.00+
COMMENT: Phelps urged his readers to support the seperation of church and state, by popularizing the ditty: 'Read the Menace, Get the Dope, Go to the Polls, And Defeat the Pope'
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //PA CWT //Hotel/Motel //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //
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277. (PA: Philadelphia): J. H. Metz Hotel. "J.H. Metz's/Hotel/N.E. Cor Jeffn Av. & Fed. St". This stamp was an enigma until both Hank Thoele and Michael McAllister independently realized that 'Jefferson' refers to Jefferson Square, which borders Federal Street, near Moyamesnsing Ave. in Philadelphia. In the 1860 Census John J. Metz was listed as a thirty-five year old inn keeper. A person named John Metz enlisted in Company A of the 68th Pennsylvania Regiment that was raised in Philadelphia, was wounded at Gettysburg, and died of his wounds. Only four pieces known, three on 1858 or 1859 small cents, and one on an 1800 two reales. So this either is a CIVIL WAR TOKEN, or was issued just before the outbreak of hostilities. First & last lines deliberately curved to fit on a small cent. Bold XF mark on VG Flying Eagle Cent. RARE. $400.00-450.00+
COMMENT: ex-Jess Peters, 1978. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Both Hank Thoele and Michael McAllister identified this token.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Large Cent related //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //
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278. (MA: Millbury): Asa Waters Early American Token. Asa Waters was born in 1769, the son of a gunsmith of the same name. He began contracting with the US government in 1818, and his c/ms are from the stamps used to mark his guns. The latest coin is 1824, and some of his c/ms include the dates 1825 or 1831, which indicates that the entire series is from the Early American period. "Millbury" as appears on his guns. Bold XF mark on Fine 1822 Large Cent. $150.00-175.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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279. "Miller House". The location of this hotel, which stamped coins c. 1877, should be identifiable by searching business directories. Since this stamp is on a San Francisco mint quarter, it may have been a Western establishment. "Miller House", bold VF+ mark on 1876-S Seated Liberty Quarter. $150.00-175.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Medicine/Medical //
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280. (NY: NYC): W.B. Moffatt, Physician. Swoger suggests these are by W.B. Moffatt, a New York physician in the 1840s and 1850s. "Moffatt" struck twice each side, mark too large for coin, so does not fit; on AG/slick one real, holed. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: ex-Coin Galleries Nov. 1989 sale, lot 3012.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Nickel/5c //
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281. "?. Mosher". First letter off coin, bold XF mark, partially double struck; on reverse of VG 1884 Liberty nickel. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //HTT: Political Hard Times Tokens //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //
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282. (MA: Springfield): George A. Munn on Hard Times Token. A number of tools are stamped with this exact mark. The likely issuer was George A. Munn, a carpenter listed in the 1859 Springfield city directory. "G. A. Munn", Bold VF mark on Fine 'Millions for Defense' Hard Times Token. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Bust US Coinage: 5/10/25c //
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283. (CT: Yalesville?): "O.H. Munson" Hard Times Token on 1805 Quarter. A comparison of this mark to the touchmarks of a Yalesville, CT, peweterer named J. Munson indicates that their letter style is quite similar. So the two smiths were likely relatives. Rulau lists this as a Hard Times Token (HT-551, page 136). "O. H. Munson" Curved BAR PUNCH in toothed border, very bold XF mark on AG 1805 Bust Quarter. $500.00-550.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Large Cent related //
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284. (NH: Sunapee?): R.B. Muzzy. It is common to discover in old documents that a person's name was spelled two or three different ways. Hank Thoele reports the only person listed in the 1880 Census with roughly this unusual name was Ruben B. Muzzey of Sunappe, NH. "R.B. Muzzy" Nice XF mark on clean brown Fine+ 1856 Large Cent. $150.00-175.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Two Cent coin // State of RI Rhode Island //
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285. MA "New Bedford, Mass." Upper and lower letters, reverse slanted, on planed down reverse of 1871 two cent. Some light lettering scratched above/below, appears to be "Merln/H. Rowley/Marini/R.I.", but not sure. One of only two known from the same punch! $100.00-150.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Cover Color Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Nickel/5c //
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286. "L.M. Nutting". Bold VF-XF mark on VG 1866 Shield Nickel. Unique on nickel, one of only 3 known. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Half cent/related //
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287. O & G - Hard Times Token. Rulau HT-545. This interesting trademark type of stamp should be identifable! "star/O & G/two stars", all in large beaded circle, a single stamp. Bold XF mark on VF/XF 1835 half cent. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Half cent/related //
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288. O & G - Hard Times Token. As above, bold XF mark on VF 1835 Half Cent. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Quack Medical //Patent Medicine //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //
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289. Oil of Ice - Quack Medical. Countermark for an early patent medicine made from camphor, which has a cooling effect when put on the skin, hence the name 'ice'. The 1865 catalog of patent medicine of George Goodwin & Co. of Boston advertised two other types of 'Camphor Ice', but not this brand. "Oil/of/Ice" bold XF mark on Good+ C-N 1859 Indian Cent. $125.00-150.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Quack Medical //Patent Medicine //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //
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290. "Oil/of/Ice". As above, bold VF mark on VG C-N 1863 Indian Cent. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Quack Medical //Patent Medicine //Two Cent coin //
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291. "Oil/of/Ice" on Two Cent. As above, bold VF+ mark on Fine 1864 Two cent. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Quack Medical //Patent Medicine //Two Cent coin //
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292. "Oil/of/Ice" on Two Cent. As above, bold VF+ mark on nice VF 1865 Two Cent. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Quack Medical //Patent Medicine //Coins: Colonial //
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293. RARE "Oil/of/Ice" on Woods Farthing, 1723. Extremely RARE host coin! Sharp XF partial mark on CHOICE VF Woods Farthing, 'Dei Gratia Rex' 1723, very nice brown, very clear. Rare! $600.00-800.00+
COMMENT: ex-Koppenhaver, 3 June 1978, lot 144. Photo, Rulau.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NJ New Jersey //Large Cent related //Watch/Clock Related //
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294. (NJ: Hoboken) Charles Orth: "C. Orth". Charles Orth was listed in the 1859 city directory as a watch case maker in Hoboken. Upper and lower case, reverse slanted letters, VF mark on VG 1847 Large Cent. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Brunk TAMS Journal article, 1990.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent // State of IL Illinois //Theater/Drama/Vaudeville/Opera/Minstrel //
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295. (IL: Ottawa?): "The Ottawa". The very odd thing about this mark is that it incorporates "The" as part of the stamp. This is the only countermark in Brunk's listing of about 20,000 countermarked coin that does so! An extensive search of the internet suggests that the only sort of business that would have been likely to advertise itself as "The Ottawa" was a theater. That being the case, Ottawa, IL, and Ottawa, Canada are the obvious locations, but the historical records on theaters are so spotty that a firm identification has not yet been made. Bold VF-XF mark on VG 1889 Indian Cent. UNIQUE. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Golf //China // State of WA Washington //
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296. (WA: Bellingham): Overlake Golf Club on Chinese Cash. The club gets its name from its dramatic view of Lake Washington. Unusual script lettering "Overlake/Golf Club" on both sides of Chinese cash, around rim in circle. Nice VF mark on VG cash. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Rulau reports another example realized $110 in a 2000 auction.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of OH Ohio //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //
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297. OH Elyria: William H. Packard, Gunsmith. Packard was a gunsmith in Elyria from 1854 to 1862, on the Public Square. "W. Packard"/"Elyria, O." in two lines, XF and Fine+; on AG/slick 185? Seated Liberty Half Dollar. Only 3 known! $250.00-350.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Countermarked Coins: Arms Inspector //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //
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298. (MA: Springfield): Paine: Two ARMS Marks on Silver Real. Along with one of Paine's advertisements, this important coin is the back cover of the first edition of the Brunk book! From 1846 to 1848 Richard Paine worked for Ames Mfg. Co. as a Navy contractor and arms inspector. He also made mechanical perpetual calendar medals and steel embossing dies for corner cards, which were popular in the 1850s. The 1845 Springfield directory listed him as a 'Stamp Cutter, Die Sinker and Inspector of Arms'. "J.O.G" in serrated rectangle is mark of another arms inspector, whose name is unknown, but also is found on two large cents. Given their similar occupations, and the way the two stamps appear on this coin, it seems likely that Paine and J.O.G were friends, and stamped this coin at the same time. "By R. Paine"/"Springfield" and "J.O.G" toothed BAR PUNCH. Bold VF/XF marks on AG 1783 Lima silver real. UNIQUE combination of Arms Inspector marks! $300.00-350.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Back cover of Brunk's American and Canadian Countermarked Coins, with advertisement of Paine. Photo: Brunk TAMS Journal article, 1990. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Bawdy House/Whore House (not flippers) //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Theater/Drama/Vaudeville/Opera/Minstrel //
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299. NY New York: Parisian Varieties Burlesque House. A genuine burlesque token! Opened in 1875 as a theater, but did not prosper and changed to a burlesque house. "16. St & B'Way, N.Y." to left, curved; to right "Parisian/Varieties" in two lines, curved, all to fit on half dollar. Bold XF marks on nice VF 1875 Seated Half Dollar. $300.00-350.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Bawdy House/Whore House (not flippers) //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Theater/Drama/Vaudeville/Opera/Minstrel //
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300. NY New York: Parisian Varieties. As above, same mark, Bold XF on VG 1875 Seated Liberty Half Dollar. $300.00-350.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Large Cent related //
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301. (ME: Bangor): Benjamin Parker. The famous "B. Parker" mark. Parker was a brass founder and metal worker, who wrote the editor of The Numismatist to recount having seen coins countermarked shortly after the Civil War. Bold VF mark on brown VF 1846 Large Cent. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Two Cent coin //
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302. NY Unique New York W.E. Park. Unusual identified mark, from individual letter punches. A total of 3 known specimens, the other two missing the date. This unique variety: "W.E. Park./N.Y./1877/Gen.", on planned off obverse of two cent. 'Gen' may mean 'General Merchandise'. Bold XF marks on Fine coin. Unique! $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: ex-Koppenhaver, 8 Dec. 1986, lot 420.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Patent Office/Patents //
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303. "Patent" on Two Reales. An especially nice specimen of this "Patent" BAR PUNCH in rectangular bar punch. On nice Good 1793 Lima two reales, rev. clear. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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304. "L.H. Pease". VF-XF mark on VG 1853 arrows Seated Liberty Quarter. Only known specimen on quarter, 3 total known. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Half cent/related //
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305. "Perkins." Curved bold VF mark on 1854 Half Cent, brown XF. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of LA Louisiana //
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306. LA New Orleans: Phillips Cheap Store. Classic rarity on Napoleon French Five Francs. In 1849 Phillips sold dry goods on Nayades Street. "Phillips,/Cheap/Store./Nayades St./N.O.", first line curved, bold and clear VF mark on AG silver-dollar sized Five Francs, date worn, punch mark reverse $350.00-500.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Elephants //
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307. (PA: Philadelphia): Phosphor Bronze, Elephant. Interesting mark that was used to stamp planchets attached to bails of telegraph wire and spring wire, 'Phosphor Bronze' was a patented alloy of copper and tin, with 2.5 percent phosphorus. See Brunk for details. "(elephant)/Phosphor Bronze"/"Pat. May 23.71"/"Nov.14.71"/"Aug.20.72" on uniface 27 mm disk. VF. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts // State of NY New York //U.S. Merchant Tokens: 1845-60 //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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308. (MA: Boston) William Phyfe, Silversmith. UNIQUE Hard Times Token, Rulau HT-A168. UNUSUAL Coin for countermarking! Phyfe was a Boston silversmith around 1830 and later worked in NYC, a partner in Eoff and Phyfe, 1844-50. "W. D. Phyfe" in individual letter letter punches, with 'F' reversed, on top of BAR PUNCH of "Pure Silver Coin" upper and lower case in script. On reverse "Boston" in BAR PUNCH, upper and lower case. 'Pure Silver Coin' denotes .900 fine, probably made from melted US silver coins minted after the monetary reform of 1837. Bold VF-XF marks on silver-dollar sized 1813 Italian 5 Lire, Good, edge bump, holed and plugged. Photo Rulau p.146. $600.00-750.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CA California //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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309. CA Sacramento: James Polhemus, Pharmacist. A classic city, state and occupation mark! The classic American gold rush countermark, collected for over a century. An example on a gold double eagle set the world record for any merchant countermark, over $48,000. James L. Polhemus was born in NYC in 1825, and was an early pioneer to California in 1849. He set up a pharmacy in August of 1850, and was the 'oldest established legitimate druggist in the city'. "J.L. Polhemus/(mortar and pestle)/Druggist/190 J. St. Cor 7th/Sacramento Cal.", first and last lines curved. Clear Fine/VF mark on AG/slick 1855-S Seated Liberty Quarter. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CA California //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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310. CA Sacramento: James Polemus, Pharmacist. Same as above, bold VF/XF mark on AG 1854 arrows Seated Liberty Half Dollar, nicks and scratches. $250.00-300.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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311. "C.E. Poor." Bold XF, struck 3 times on Fine 1852 Large Cent. One of only 5 known. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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312. "J. Poor." Bold VF mark on worn AG 1802 Large Cent, date clear. Unique on cent. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Barber US Coinage: 5/10/25/50c //
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313. "?. Prall". Large mark, first letter missing, VF-XF, on nice XF/AU 1906 Barber dime. One of only 3 known, all with missing first letter! $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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314. "S. Pratt". Bold VF mark on AG 1853 arrows and rays Seated Liberty Quarter. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //
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315. (MA: Brockton): Walter C. Pratt. From a hoard discovered 30 years ago. "W.C.P." bold VF mark on silver VF Austrian 6 Kreuzers, 1849-A. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Masonic: World Chapter Pennies // State of IL Illinois // State of NY New York //
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316. IL Masonic Countermark on Large Cent. "265 / R. A. M. in Triangle" weakly struck on 1853 large cent, either issued by the Woodlawn chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Chicago or the Chaldean chapter of Brooklyn. Weak c/m on Fine cent. $50.00-65.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Half cent/related //
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317. "B. Rapp" Bar Punch Early American Token. Interesting tall letters bar punch, with period after 'B' half-way up. Location currently not known, but should be identifiable. See Rulau page 88. "B. Rapp", Bold VF mark on rev. of VG 1826 Half Cent. Only example on half cent, only 5 total known. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Watch/Clock Related //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //
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318. (PA: Norristown and Philadelphia): William D. Rapp Hard Times Token. "W D. Rapp" incuse bar punch. Beginning in 1828 Rapp worked as a silversmith in the Norristown and Philadelphia area. Since the latest date coin is 1835, Rulau (page 191) lists this as a HTT. This is a particularly unusual piece because it is struck on a Good 1774 Lima Two Reales with a HEAVILY CLASHED DIE. The incuse lettering is very clear on the obv. near the date. Nice VF mark. One of only two examples on a silver coin, the other on a half dollar. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MI Michigan // State of NY New York //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Hotel/Motel //
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319. (NY/MI): Rathbun House. Only five examples of this stamp are known, the latest dated 1877. The 1881 'Zell's United States Directory' listed only two Rathbun Houses, one in Grand Rapids, MI and the other in Elmira, NY. "Rathbun/House.", first line curved, which is they key to deciding which hotel used this stamp. On rev. is "A". Bold VF/XF mark on Good+ 1877 Seated Liberty Quarter. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token // State of PA Pennsylvania //Blacksmith/anvil //Large Cent related //Blacksmith/anvil //
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320. (PA: Philadelphia): H. Rees Hard Times Token. H. Rees advertised his blacksmith shop on Arch Street near Broadway in the 1837 Philadelphia business directory, and examples of ironware with his stamp can be found in contemporary collections. He countermarked coins in 1838, and Rulau lists them as HTT. "H. Rees" curved mark, Bold XF on AG 1820 Large Cent. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Half cent/related // State of PA Pennsylvania //
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321. (PA: Philadelphia) H. Rees Hard Times Token, ca. 1838. Rulau HTT HT-415B. "H. REES" curved, on fair Half Cent, whose reverse indicates 1807 or earlier. XF, cent almost slick. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Blacksmith/anvil //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //
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322. (PA: Philadelphia): H. Rees Hard Times Token. As above, 'R' weak, VF curved mark on AG-G Lima One Real, 1795. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Blacksmith/anvil //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Large Cent related //
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323. (PA: Philadelphia): H. Rees and H. Landis Hard Times Token. As above, but paired with the only known example of "H. Landis" on AG 1820 Large Cent. $125.00-150.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 // State of NH New Hampshire //Patent Medicine //Large Cent related //
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324. "P.W. Reese" Early American Unusual Incuse Signature Mark! This should be identifiable once the signature has been read correctly. Brunk reads it as "P. W. Reese", while Rulau reads it as "P. W. Rosso" and illustrates this coin on page 88 of his Early American section. One of the few incuse signature marks. One of the few US marks on a French coin. F/VF, partially weak mark in script on Fine 1811 French 5 francs. UNIQUE EARLY AMERICAN SIGNATURE MARK. $400.00-450.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Cover Color Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Bust US Half Dollar //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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325. "Rivers" BAR PUNCH on Bust Half - Early American Token. Two bold marks, at right angles to each other, first 'R' on one missing. Listed in hallmark books as 'B. Ivers, ca. 1800.' All on Fine 1813 Bust Half Dollar, heavily clashed obverse die. $300.00-450.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //
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326. NY Elmira: Roberts Dye Works. One of the few 'common' city-state-occupation marks known! An 1890 advertisement notes 'Wm. Roberts, Jr., Queen City Steam Dyeing and Scouring Works. Ladies' shawls, cloaks and dresses dyed and finished in a superior manner...' "Roberts/Dye Works/436/E. Water St./Elmira, N.Y." Mostly bold XF, a few letters weak; on choice XF 1890 English half penny. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //
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327. NY Elmira: Roberts Dye Works. As above, Fine/VF mark, a couple letters weak, but on VF+ 1889 British Penny. Only 4 known on Pennies. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CT Connecticut //Large Cent related //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //Eagle (bird, not FOE) //
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328. (CT: Berlin): Roys & Wilcox with EAGLE. The partners in this tinware company were Franklyn Roys and Benjamin Wilcox. It contracted to provide carbine swivels to the US Government, which explains the eagle in its stamp. It is the sort of eagle that can be seen on pre-Civil War US military equipment and Army rifles. "Roys & Wilcox"/(eagle with spread wings)/"Warranted", bold VF-XF mark on AG Large Cent. Only 4 of their marks of various sorts are known. This variety with eagle is UNIQUE. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Rulau. A different variety brought $200 in the Nov. 1989 Coin Galleries sale. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CA California //Bust US Coinage: 5/10/25c //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //
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329. (CA: Nevada City): J.F. Rudolph, Druggist. J.F. Rudolph was a druggist in Philadelphia from 1844 to 1855, when he moved to Nevada City, CA. He later moved to Sacramento, and had a shop eight blocks from where Polhemus had worked. See writeup in Brunk. "Rudolph" in bold VF, very slightly double struck, on reverse of 1835 Bust Dime. UNIQUE on bust dime. $250.00-350.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CA California //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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330. (CA: Nevada City): "Rudolph". As above, druggist, Bold VF mark on nice VF 1845 Arrows Seated Liberty Dime. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Brunk TAMS Journal article, 1990.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CA California //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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331. (CA: Nevada City): "Rudolph". As above, druggist, Bold XF mark on AG 1862 Seated Liberty Quarter. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Rulau. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Large Cent related //Knife/knives/cutlery //
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332. (MA: Greenfield): J. Russell & Co. UNIQUE! The John Russell Manufacturing Co. made Green River Works hunting knives from 1840 to 1860. "J. Russell" in curved mark/"1"/"Croton" in 3 punches. This combination of marks is UNIQUE! Bold XF marks on VG 1849 Large Cent. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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333. "R. Russell." Unique! Struck twice, bold VF marks on reverse of AG 1797 Large Cent, reverse of 1796, gripped edge. Only known example! $100.00-150.00+
COMMENT: ex-Koppenhaver auction, lot 215.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Patent Medicine //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //

334. "Sage's/Candy/Coin" on Half Dollar. Since many patent medicines were marketed as "candies", it was believed that Sage's Candy was a patent medicine sold by R. V. Pierce of Buffalo, NY, who used the trade name "Dr. Sage" (see Brunk, 1st ed., page 154 for one of his advertisements). David Bowers suggests, instead, that these "Candy Coins" were given away as prizes like those found today in boxes of Cracker Jacks. That hypothesis is supported by the fact that all examples of "Sage's/Candy/Coin" on genuine coins are found on 1874 US silver, which dates their issue to that year. In any event, this is an area ripe for research! VF+ mark on 1874 arrows Seated Half Dollar. $150.00-175.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Patent Medicine //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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335. "Sage's/Candy/Coin" on COUNTERFEIT Half Dollar. An extensive search of past appearances of this countermark by David Bowers indicates that all the other pieces appear on 1874 coins (quarters, half dollars, and trade dollars). So this piece is a real enigma! Bold VF-XF mark on cast counterfeit 1875 arrows Seated Half Dollar, VF, scratches, dings. UNIQUE c/m both in being on a counterfeit coin, and on a coin dated 1875. $200.00-225.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Patent Medicine //Trade Dollars: US //
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336. "Sage's/Candy/Coin" on Trade Dollar, ex-Maurice Gould. This 1874 Trade Dollar is from the collection of Maurice Gould, who was the foremost authority on merchant countermarks in the middle of the twentieth century. The piece appears in a number of Gould's publications as a holed specimen. Brunk purchased it in the auction of Gould's collection, and had it plugged. Bold VF+ mark on VF+ Trade Dollar, holed and plugged. Historical piece and one of the few countermarks on a Trade Dollar! $300.00-350.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Patent Medicine //Medicine/Medical //

337. NY Sage: Dr. Pierce Patent Medicine Bottle. Interesting bottle from the probable issuer of Sage's Candy Coin countermarks. Light green druggist bottle, marked on 3 sides: "Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery", "R.V. Pierce, M.D.", "Buffalo, N.Y.", cork top, 8.25" tall. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Patent Medicine //Medicine/Medical //

338. Sage: Dr. Pierce Patent Medicine Bottle. An original druggist bottle of the probable issuer of Sage's Candy Coin. Large rectangular druggist bottle, raised lettering on 3 sides "Dr. Pierce's/Favorite/Presciption", "R.V.Pierce M.D.", "Buffalo, N.Y.", on light green bottle, 8.25" tall, XF, cork top style. AND 1929 "Dr. Pierce's Memorandum Book", small booklet with testimonials and space to write for each month. 2pcs. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Large Cent related //
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339. (VA: Richmond): St. Charles Hotel BAR PUNCH and Separate Hallmark. The 1860 Richmond Business Directory listed the St. Charles Hotel at the corner of Wall and Main Streets. "St. Charles" on arched ribbon bar above "Hotel" in rectangular bar. Each are incuse, but seem to have been made from a single stamp. Very unusual! Above is a small mark consisting of "C"/crouching lion/"R" in depressed diamond, which is sideways relative to St. Charles Hotel. Highly unusual! The larger mark also found on a nickel and a planchet, but this variety hallmark is unique. XF stamps. Fine 1839 Large Cent. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Brunk TAMS article 1990. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Military: Confederate related //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //LA CWT - Schiller //LA CWT - Schiller //Civil War Tokens--Storecards //CWT: By State: //
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340. (LA: New Orleans): CONFEDERATE Civil War DIME from the SIEGE OF NEW ORLEANS. J. B. Schiller was an importer of alcohol and proprietor of the Sazerac Coffee House at 13 Exchange Place. During the Union siege of New Orleans he issued paper notes for 25 and 50 cents. He also made dime SIEGE TOKENS by stamping 1860 US small cents with his name and a large "X" over 'One" so the reverse becomes 'X Cent' indicating ten cents. This siege piece has been called 'one of the most important American tokens', and an examination of published photographs indicates the Brunk specimen may be the finest known. "J. B. Schiller" bold VF mark, letter tops a bit weaker; "X" on reverse. $3500.00-4000.00+
COMMENT: Brunk purchased at the Michigan State Numismatic Convention, ca. 1978. A corroded example sold for $2541 in the 15 Nov. 1989 Coin Galleries auction. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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341. (PA: Pittsburgh): William Scott BAR PUNCH HTT. Hard Times Token, Rulau HT-532. An exact match to a wooden plane maker's mark. William Scott was one of the earliest plane makers of Pittsburgh, and was listed in directories from 1813 to 1839. "W. Scott" in toothed rectangular BAR PUNCH, bold VF mark on nice VG 1801 Lima Two Reales. $300.00-400.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Cover Color Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //

342. "W.J. Scott". Bold VF mark on AG 1817 Large Cent, center punch mark. $75.00-125.00+
COMMENT: ex-Koppenhaver.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Large Cent related //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Fish/fishing (not tax-badges) //
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343. (NY: Albany): W. J. Scott, Gunsmith and Sporting Goods Dealer. Possibly a Hard Times Token. Beginning in 1842, W. J. Scott and R. H. Scott were partners in gunsmithing. Eventually they also sold baseball, fishing, fire fighting and theatrical equipment, along with fraternal regalia at "The Sign of the Big Gun and Pistol". The latest date of stamped coin is 1837, so this may be a Hard Times Token. "W. J. Scott", bold XF mark on VG 1834 Large Cent. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Half cent/related //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //
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344. (PA: Philadelphia): William H. Scott Hard Times Token. Scott was a Philadelphia dry goods merchant beginning in 1825, who backstamped the buttons sold in his store 'W.H. SCOTT/+PHILADELPHIA+'. Rulau lists this c/m as a HTT since the latest date coin with Scott's stamp is 1837. "W. H. Scott" struck twice, crossing, XF marks on Fine 1828 Half Cent, 13 stars variety. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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345. (MA: Worcester): Smoke O.P. Shattuck Cigars. The name of Oliver P. Shattuck's shop was Twin Brothers Cigar Manufacturer. Instead of a sidewalk wooden Indian, he used a statue of himself, holding a handful of cigars, titled 'Charm of the West'. "Smoke O.P. Shattuck's/Cigars.", first line curved and separated to fit perfectly on host coin over head! Bold Fine-VF mark on AG/G 1854 arrows Seated Liberty Quarter. One of only 2 known on quarter, one of only 4 total known of this mark! RARE! $350.00-500.00+
COMMENT: ex-VanOrmer collection. Photo, Brunk The Numismatist article, 1989. 2003 Brunk Cover Color Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Watch/Clock Related //
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346. (NY: New York City): William Sinclair, Watchmaker. In 1834 William Sinclair was a watch maker at 21 Chatham St. "W.C. Sinclair" (struck twice in line punch)/ "1847" (in individual letter stamps); on reverse "14"/"W.C. Sinclair", the '14' probably in individual letter stamps for '14 Carat' to mark his watch cases, all bold VF marks. On nice AG 1816 Two Reales. RARE on two reales with this combination of marks, one of only 2 known examples on two reales of the 6 total pieces known. $125.00-175.00+
COMMENT: ex-Koppenhaver, 23 May 1986, lot 383. 2003 Brunk Cover Color Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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347. "M. B. Smiley". Only known example struck on obverse and reverse, VF marks on AG 1822 Large Cent, punch marks. $35.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //Jewelers //Watch/Clock Related //
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348. (NY: Schuylerville?): J. T. Smith. At least two styles of this mark exist, with the latest example dated 1876. They may be the work of Joseph T. Smith, who sold clocks, jewelry, watches, silverware, etc. in Schuylerville. "J. T. Smith", Bold XF mark on AG 1859 C-N Indian Head Cent. $75.00-85.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Dollar: Silver Dollar //
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349. (PA: Philadelphia) Nathan Snellenberg Department Store. An unusual, late countermark found only on silver dollars. From the 1890s to 1963, the Nathan Snellenberg Department Store was in business on Market Street. Rulau illustrates two of their medallic charge card tokens, which employ the same style letters as on this countermark. The c/m is made from a 'back stamp', probably intended to mark silverware and other goods. A local collector may be able to locate such! One of only 8 known, all on 1880-1902 dollars. "N.S.& Co." Small VF mark on cheek of Fine 1890-O silver dollar. $250.00-300.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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350. H. A. Spear with August 17, 1868 Date. A unique merchant countermark with a precise date! "H. A. Spear" on obv. "1866/8 17" in very deep, bold individual letter punches on rev. XF mark on VG 1841 Large Cent. Four others known, but none with a stamped date. This merchant should be identifiable given this information! $75.00-85.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of GA Georgia //Circus, Shows & Parks //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Black/Negro/Colored //
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351. Sprague & Blodgett's Georgia Minstrels Admission Half Dollar. This was a traveling show that employed all the important minstrel singers of the day. Apparently it was only in business for a short time in 1876. "Sprague & Blodgett's/Admit/One/Georgia Minstrels" with first line curved. This uncommon sort of countermarked coin indicates that the price of admission to the show was fifty cents. An advance man for the Minstrels would arrive a few days before the troupe, and put some of these countermarked half dollars in circulation as advertising. They would be accepted by the Minstrels when people came to the show, only to discover that the price of admission was fifty cents, and having such a half dollar gave them no discount! The famous Black American Charles Hicks was the advance man! He owned and managed a number of minstrel shows composed of African-American. Earlier Hicks was the star of Sam Hague's Slave Troupe of Georgia Minstrels and toured Germany. Upon his return he managed two troups that quickly went bankrupt, and became the advance man for Sprague and Blodgett's in 1876. By 1877 he created Hick's Georgia Minstrels, so it is likely this was only used in 1876! Choice, bold XF mark on nice VG 1873 arrows Seated Liberty Half Dollar. Neat and historical mark! $400.00-500.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of OH Ohio //Ship/Sailing/Nautical //Bust US Coinage: 5/10/25c //Steamboat/steamship/Packetboat //
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352. (OH: Cincinnati): Steamer General Pike. The steamer operated out of Cincinnati from 1856 to 1861, this 'new, elegant and fast light draught steamer' ran to Clerksville and Nashville. "Genl. Pike", with 'L' underlined, bold VF mark on Good 1833 Bust Dime. See Brunk for an 1858 advertising poster showing this steamer. Only TWO KNOWN! RARE! $500.00-600.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: State of MA Massasachusts //Large Cent related //Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //
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353. MA Boston: C.H. Stevens. Classic mark with address AND city! Stevens was a machinist and engineer in Boston in the 1860's. "C.H. Stevens","11. Water St", "Boston". ONLY KNOWN SPECIMEN. Bold VF/XF mark on 1853 Large Cent, VG/F. $750.00-850.00+
COMMENT: Brunk plate specimen.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Two Cent coin //
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354. (ME: Bangor): Important Thomas J. Stewart Two Cents Stamped by Ben Parker! This countermark would not be identifiable except for the fact that Walter Gould mentioned it in 'The Numismatist' when recalling his youth in Banger. 'I remember Mr. Thos. J. Stewart, the biggest manufacturer and exporter of birch bark shooks to the Mediterranean for oranges and lemons, calling for some stencils to mark the shooks, often taking from his pocket an old cent and asking Mr. Parker to stamp his initials (T.J.S.) on it, which Ben always did without charge.' So not only do we know that this coin was countermarked for Thomas J. Stewart, but we know who countermarked it and why! "T. J. S." Bold VF mark on obv of AG/G 1864 Two Cent. (See Brunk for extensive information on Steward, Parker, and Gould). Reverse also marked "J. W. Roby" (only known example), VF. Only two examples of "T.J.S." are known! $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Blacksmith/anvil //Coins: Colonial //
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355. (NY: Hyde Park): F. E. Stickel and Horseshoe on 1794 Talbot, Allum & Lee Cent! Stickel was a Hyde Park blacksmith, who also spelled his name 'Stickle' in an otherwise similar stamp. "F.E. Stickel"/(horseshoe), name in curved mark. Very bold XF marks on CHOICE XF Talbot, Allum & Lee Colonial Cent, 1794, die crack on 'Allum', with edge mark 'Payable at the Store of ***' (Rulau NY877). RARE! $750.00-850.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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356. (PA: Philadelphia?): G.J. Stivers. A possible issuer was George J. Stivers, who was listed as a designer in the 1910 Philadelphia directory. "G.J. Stivers", Bold VF mark on 1839-O Seated Liberty Dime, obv. Good, rev. AG. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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357. (PA: Philadelphia?): G.J. Stivers. As above. Bold XF mark on VF 1876 Seated Liberty Quarter. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Smoking/Smoke/Cigarettes/Cigars //Canada: General //
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358. PA Philadelphia: A.K. Stolz Segar Store on Canadian Twenty-Five Cents! In the 1849 city directory Adam Stolz was listed at Noble above New Market. Rare occupational and city mark on an unusual coin of Queen Victoria! "A.K. Stoltz's/Segar Store/Philada", mostly bold XF, weaker to left. 1872? Canadian 25 Cents, slick/AG, but identifiable. Only four pieces known, and this is one of the few c/ms on a Canadian quarter! RARE! $500.00-550.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Jewelers //Watch/Clock Related //
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359. NY Syracuse: Stone & Ball. Seymour H. Stone and Calvin S. Ball sold silverware and jewelry, and repaired clocks and watches. They were partners from 1853 to 1869. See extensive writeup in Brunk. "Stone & Ball"/"Syracuse/N.Y.", apparently the first line is one mark, and the other two another, as they are not centered. Bold VF/XF marks on Fine+ 1853 arrows & rays Seated Liberty Quarter. $125.00-150.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Watch/Clock Related //Jewelers //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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360. NY Syracuse: Stone & Ball. Single line "Stone & Ball", bold VF+ mark on AG Potosi mint 1777 Two Reales. One of only 4 known on reales. $125.00-150.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Gold Tokens Gold Medals //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Watch/Clock Related //
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361. (NY: Syracuse): Stone & Ball on GOLD COIN - UNIQUE! One of the very few known countermarks on a gold coin! See extensive comments in Brunk, who quotes the 1897 Syracuse Herald interview with Calvin Ball. Issued in 1853 and 1854. "Stone & Ball" single line punch, bold VF mark, variety with part of the last letter missing because the stamp broke (see Brunk); on choice XF 1854 US GOLD Quarter Eagle, $2.50. Only known specimen on gold coin! UNIQUE! A rare opportunity to acquire a unique GOLD countermark! $4500.00-5000.00+
COMMENT: Photo front cover TAMS Journal, June 1990. Photo, Rulau, 1700-1900. ex-Stanley Steinberg auction, ca. 1985. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //

362. (CT) "Strong Plated". Stamped on what appears to be an exceedingly worn, small cent size coin, or probably a blank. The slogan "Extra Strong Plated" appeared on US uniform buttons made by Spencer Hotchkiss & Co. of Naugatuck, Connecticut, but it is uncertain if this is one of their stamps. VF stamp. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Large Cent related //Other Engravers/DieSinkers/Medalist //
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363. (ME: Bangor): C.A. Strange. C.A. Strange and his father operated a brass foundry, die sinking and stencil manufacturing firm. Upper and lower case VF/XF mark: "C.A. Strange", on Fine 1856 Large Cent. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Bust US Half Dollar //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //
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364. (ME: Augusta?) L. S. Swan Early American Bar Punch on Bust Half Dollar. This is an Early American hallmark-type mark in the style of the Swan family of Augusta, ME. The latest coin it is found upon is dated 1820. VF rectangular Bar Punch "L. S. Swan", on CHOICE XF+ 1817 Bust Half Dollar. $300.00-350.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Large Cent related //
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365. (ME: Scarborough?): "A.D. Sweetsir." This may be the mark of Alvan D. Sweetsir. Bold XF mark on VG 1821 Large Cent. $100.00-200.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Swoger TAMS Journal article, 1991. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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366. "M.F. Taber". Taller in height to left, bold VF mark on nice VG 1853 Large Cent. Only 9 known. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Large Cent related //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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367. (NY: Poughkeepsie) William H. Tallmadge on 1797 Cent. The 1859 Poughkeepsie city directory listed Tallmadge as selling hardware, etc. at 260 Main Street. Bold XF "W.H. Tallmadge" mark on AG/slick 1797 Large Cent, third reverse and stems. $200.00-300.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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368. NY Brooklyn: James M. Taylor, Currency Broker. Taylor was listed in the 1854-1856 city directories as a 'broker'. Apparently he was a bullion and currency dealer as his ink stamp is found on a few broken bank notes. The latest coin with his c/m is dated 1856. He may have been forced into bankruptcy by the Panic of 1857 as a result of having purchased too many 'broken bank notes', and gone broke himself! "J. M. Taylor/Broker/Brooklyn, L.I.", choice Bold VF+ mark on VF 1853 arrow and rays Seated Liberty Quarter. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //
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369. NY Brooklyn: J.M. Taylor on Two Reales. As above, "J.M. Taylor/Broker/Brooklyn, L.I.", bold VF mark on Mexico 1777 two reales, AG/Good, fairly clear coin. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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370. NY Brooklyn: J.M. Taylor - 4 Line Variety. "J.M. Taylor/Broker/Chatham St./Cor. James. N.Y.", mostly F/VF, last couple letters of last 2 lines weak; on AG 1852 Liberty Seated Quarter. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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371. NY Brooklyn: J.M. Taylor - 4 Line Variety on Half Dollar. As above, 4 line mark, Fine-VF, on Good 1854 arrows Seated Liberty Half. $125.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //
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372. NY Brooklyn: J.M. Taylor - 4 Line Variety on Two Reales. As above, 4 line variety, top part bold VF+, bottom weaker; on Potosi 1822 Two Reales, nice G/VG. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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373. "J. Teal". Very bold XF mark on AG 1829 Large Cent. One of only 5 known. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Large Cent related //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //
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374. MA Woburn: Marshall Tidd, Gunsmith. Rare mark with city. Tidd was a gunsmith who made pistols and rifles beginning in 1846. During the Civil War, he outfitted many companies of sharpshooters. "M. Tidd"/"Woburn"/"Mass" in 3 lines, bold XF marks; on nice VF+ 1846 Large Cent. $200.00-250.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Brunk TAMS Journal article, 1990. An example of this mark on an 1822 cent sold for $181 in the Nov. 1989 Coin Galleries auction. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Bust US Half Dollar //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Watch/Clock Related //Jewelers //
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375. (NY: Binghamton): J.F. Tozer on Bust Half Dollar. Junius F. Tozer was a watch maker, jeweler and silversmith on Court St. in Binghamton beginning in 1859. "J. F. Tozer", small VF mark on field, square depression underneath; on toned F/VF 1836 Bust Half Dollar. Only 4 known, and only one on a half dollar! $500.00-550.00+
COMMENT: An example on a 1870 dollar realized $550 in the Nov. 1993 Bowers and Merena auction.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York // State of VT Vermont //Large Cent related //
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376. "N. J. Tracy" Straight Bar Punch. Tracy was a prolific stamper of coins just before the Civil War, and used both straight and curved stamps. People with his name have been traced in Census records in both NY and VT, but a probable merchant has not yet been identified. Rectangular, straight bar punch. Bold VF mark on VG 1828 Large Cent. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York // State of VT Vermont //Large Cent related //
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377. "N. J. Tracy" and "J. T. Grice". As above with rectangular Tracy bar punch obv.; "J. T. Grice" rev. Bold VF/XF marks on nice VF+ 1851 Large Cent. Only two Grice marks are known. $75.00-85.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 // State of VT Vermont // State of NY New York //
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378. "N. J. Tracy" Straight Bar Punch on Seated Dime. As above, but rectangular bar punch, bold VF mark on AG 1838 Seated Liberty Dime. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York // State of VT Vermont //Large Cent related //
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379. "N. J. Tracy" Curved Bar Punch. As above, but curved bar punch variety, bold XF mark in field of nice VF 1851 Large Cent. $50.00-60.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Two Cent coin //
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380. "S.L. Tripp". VF mark on VG 1864 Two Cent, one of only 3 known on 2c. $50.00-85.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine // State of LA Louisiana //Silversmith/Goldsmith //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //
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381. (LA: New Orleans?): E. Tyler. The issuer may have been Edward A. Tyler, a silversmith who moved to New Orleans in the late 1830s, and whose known hallmark is roughly the same style as this stamp. "E. Tyler", bold VF mark on AG 1859 C-N Indian Cent. Only 4 known. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of CT Connecticut //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //Other Engravers/DieSinkers/Medalist //
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382. (CT: New Haven): Conrad F. Ulrich, Winchester Rifle Engraver. Ulrich was a master engraver for the Winchester Rifle Company in New Haven. "C.F. Ulrich." within rectangle, as a single punch. Struck twice VF on Good 1870 Shield Nickel. Scarce identified rifle mark! $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of OR Oregon //Large Cent related //Territorial, Pre-Statehood //
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383. (OR): Upper Village Old Gold for Oregon Territory. Interesting example from a recently identified series of fake western countermarks made in the 1960s or earlier, from sets of single letter punches. "Upper Village Columbia/Old/Gold/Gold", bold VF letter punches on slick 1800 Large Cent.
COMMENT: Photo Brunk p.361
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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384. "J.H. Vining". Bold F/VF mark on nice VG/F 1846 Large Cent. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //

385. "F. E. Voigd." and "F. Hoeltge". Voigd countermarked numerous large cents c 1856, but only a single example of "F. Hoeltge" is known. Both bold VF/XF, on AG 1836 Large Cent. $50.00-60.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //

386. "F.E. Voigd." Mostly bold VF-XF mark on Fine 1850 Large Cent, two tiny punch marks at rim. $40.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //
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387. "F.E. Voigd." As above, struck twice, bold VF marks on 1840 VG/F Large Cent. $40.00-50.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Brunk TAMS Journal article, 1990. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Large Cent related //Political: Medals/Tokens: Pre-1901 //
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388. "Vote The Land/Free". Important political c/m on early Large Cent. In the 1848 election, the Free Soil Party supported Martin VanBuren for President and circulated these pieces. Bold XF mark on reverse of Large Cent cent. $200.00-250.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //
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389. "Wagner" on Two Reales - Early American Token. Rulau EAT. Early merchant mark, overlapping partially double struck mark on nice Good 1777 Mexico two reales. Same mark as lot 390. $200.00-250.00+
COMMENT: Brunk photo p.299.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Dollar: Silver Dollar //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //
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390. RARE "Wagner" on 1799 HERALDIC EAGLE SILVER DOLLAR! Very rare host coin, a CHOICE 1799 Dollar! Bold XF mark on neck of a choice Fine to VF steel toned 1799/8 Heraldic Eagle Silver Dollar with 13 stars(B-1, R-5), minor marks. GREAT MARK, only known specimen on dollar! Same mark as lot 389. RARE! $2500.00-3000.00+
COMMENT: ex-ANA 1982 Mid-year auction, Krueger sale. Rulau photo p.299, Brunk photo p.299. 2005 Red book $2300 for coin in VF. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of OH Ohio //Patent Medicine //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //
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391. (OH: Cincinnati) Waltons Bitters: Full Page Plate Specimen. Walton's Bitters was a patent medicine made by Samuel W. Walton of Cincinnati. "We Recommend/Waltons/Bitters", mostly bold VF-XF mark on Fine 1861 Seated Half Dollar. $350.00-500.00+
COMMENT: Full page plate in Brunk c/m book, first edition. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NY New York //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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392. NY New York City: A. Ward. From 1850 to 1853, Andrew Ward ran two hardware stores, one on 6th Ave, and the other at 8th Ave. and W. 50th St. "A. Ward./N-Y.". bold VF mark on AG 1853 arrows and rays Seated Quarter. Only 4 known. RARE. $200.00-225.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of VA Virginia //Large Cent related //
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393. VA Portsmouth: W C T. Interesting mark that should be identifiable: "W" "C" "T"/"Portsmouth VA", in four marks, bold VF+ on AG 1817 Large Cent. $100.00-200.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Brunk TAMS Journal article, 1990. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Wagons/Buggies/Carriages //
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394. PA Hanover: G.W. Welsh, Coach Maker. From 1830 Hanover was the center of a large carriage making business that employed 2000 people. Welsh was a well-known coach maker there. "G.W. Welsh/Coach Maker/Hanover Pa." mostly bold XF mark, right side weaker, on silver AG 1776 2 reales Lima mint, top hole. RARE! One of only 3 known! $1250.00-1500.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Rulau; FULL PAGE Plate in Brunk first edition. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of IL Illinois //Jewelers //Watch/Clock Related //
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395. (IL: Harvard) Hermann Wettstein, Watches. An advertisement in the 1880 Illinois gazetteer reads 'H. Wettstein, watches, clocks and jewelry, Harvard, Ill.' "H. Wettstein" bold VF marks on obv/rev. of VG 1876 Seated Liberty quarter. $100.00-150.00+
COMMENT: Newly attributed to IL, Rulau IL-HV-14.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Circus, Shows & Parks //
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396. Important Whitbeck's Circus on Two Reales. H. Miller Whitbeck formed Whitbeck & Company's 'Original One-Horse Show' in 1854 with Charles Castle and Wash Kidwell. The circus briefly traveled the Ohio River on a steamboat then, but was bankrupt by the time it reached Pittsburgh in October. Thus, these date to mid 1854. "H.M. Whitbeck's/Circus", first line curved, mostly bold Fine/VF mark on nice AG 1772 Mexico Mint two reales, bottom hole. Rare! $400.00-500.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //Bust US Half Dollar //
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397. Early American "A. Whitcom" Bar Punch with July 1827 Date! Enigmatic, large bar punch in Script! This should be identifiable, but no one has identified it yet! The punch is so large that it inevitably is weakly struck, and the full mark had to be pieced together by examining a number of specimens. "1827:6" very small numerals above large signature "A. Whitcom", all in a single, large bar stamp with toothed edge. Mostly bold F/VF, left side weaker. On choice VG/Fine 1817 Bust Half Dollar. $250.00-300.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Patent Medicine //Large Cent related //
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398. (MA: Lowell) Whitten's Golden Salve Patent Medicine. C.P. Whitten made patent medicines in Lowell, MA, during the 1860s. RARE circular mark: "Whitten's./Golden Salve.", bold XF mark on nice VG 1848 Large Cent. One of only 3 known on cents, only 4 total known. RARE! $400.00-500.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of OH Ohio // State of KS Kansas //Hotel/Motel //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Hotel/Motel //

399. (OH/KS): Wilder House. Only two Wilder House hotels were listed in the 1881 'Zell's United States Directory', one in Ft. Scott, KS, the other in Mansfield, OH. "Wilder House", partially weak F/VF on obv, bold XF on rev, on VG 1870 Seated Half Dollar. Only 4 known, only one on half dollar! $125.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Medicine/Medical //Hand-Engraved Tokens //
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400. (NH: Pittsfield): Dr. G.G. Wilkins - Engraved! Wilkins was born in 1820 and arrived in Pittsfield in the 1850s. He was a dentist, sold patent medicines and liquor, and ran a restaurant. A prolific countermarker, Wilkins has been the subject of a book by Q. David Bowers. "Dr. G.G. Wilkins." in semicircle, bold XF mark on slick bust type Large Cent. RARE, with hand engraved "East"/"Bay" on obv, and on rev "Office" in script. Unique variety! $150.00-250.00+
COMMENT: ex-Maurice Gould.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Large Cent related //Medicine/Medical //
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401. (NH: Pittsfield): UNCIRCULATED Dr. Wilkins on High Grade Large Cent! Try finding another Dr. Wilkins mark that is this nice! "Dr. G. G. Wilkins." Uncirculated semi-circular mark on Choice red AU/UNC 1854 Large Cent! $200.00-250.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate. A rare opportunity to acquire probably the finest Wilkens mark!
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //

402. (NH: Pittsfield): Dr. G. G. Wilkins. Dr. G. G. Wilkins on 1847 large cent. Sharp XF c/m on nice brown VF cent. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //Medicine/Medical //
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403. (NH: Pittsfield): Dr. Wilkins on Flying Eagle Cent. As above, "Dr. G.G. Wilkins." in semicircle, bold VF/XF mark on nice VG 1858 Flying Eagle Cent. $40.00-60.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Indian Cent - Flying Eagle Cent //Medicine/Medical //
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404. (NH: Pittsfield): Dr. Wilkins on C-N Indian Cent. As above, "Dr. G.G. Wilkins." in semicircle, bold VF/XF mark on VG/F 1862 Copper-nickel Indian Cent. $40.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of NH New Hampshire //Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Medicine/Medical //
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405. (NH: Pittsfield): Dr. Wilkins on Seated Dime. As above, "Dr. G.G. Wilkins." in semicircle, bold XF mark on Fine 1857 Seated Liberty dime. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of MA Massasachusts //Patent Office/Patents //
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406. (MA: Greenfield): Wm. Wilson, Patent. The 1844 'Annual Report of the Commissioner of Patents' listed Wilson's name exactly as it appears in his countermark, and noted that he had been awarded a patent for a flat iron. "Wm Wilson.s/Patent"/"1844" in two marks, date upside down. Bold VF on AG/G 1839 Seated Liberty Dime, holed top/bottom, perhaps for attaching to one of Wilson's irons. UNIQUE! $300.00-400.00+
COMMENT: Brunk photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of ME Maine //Jewelers //
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407. (ME: Wayne) Gancelo J. Wing. The 1898 New England business directory Wing as a jeweler in Wayne, ME. "G J Wing" in semicircular F-VF mark on VG 1861 C-N Indian Cent. $40.00-50.00+
COMMENT: ex-Charles Kirtley 3 June 1985 auction, lot 20. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Canada Blacksmith //Blacksmith/anvil //Gunsmith/Guns/Pistols //Knife/knives/cutlery //
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408. (VA: Richmond): James Winner, Gunsmith and Sword Cutler, Hard Times Token. James Winner began work in 1803 in Richmond, VA, forging sword hilts and blades, and also worked as a gunsmith in Philadelphia from 1805 to 1814. In 1810 he received a US Army contract for 500 horseman's swords, but did not fulfill it because of "intemperance." In 1814 Winner returned to Richmond and worked at the Virginia Arms Company as a sword cutler. Since his mark appears on coins dated after his move back to VA, Richmond is where he stamped them during the Hard Times period. "J. Winner." bold VF mark on slick AG Blacksmith token (Wood-3). RARE host coin. RARE Southern HTT. $350.00-450.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of VA Virginia //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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409. (VA: Lexington): James R. Wright, Silversmith. Wright worked as a silversmith in Lexington, VA, from 1847 to 1856. "J. Wright" bold VF mark on dark F/VF 1833 Large Cent. $150.00-175.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant // State of PA Pennsylvania //Half cent/related //
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410. (PA: Philadelphia): "WWL" of William W. Long's Museum Hotel. This same "WWL" stamp is seen on brass gaming tokens valued in reales, and a longer countermark identifies the issuer as Long's 'Museum Hotel', which was located at 376 S. 3rd. Very bold XF+ mark on CHOICE XF/AU 1828 13 stars Half Cent. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Half cent/related //
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411. York Bar Punch. "York" in large letters, in serrated rectangular bar punch, first/last letters weak, G-VF mark on Fine 1857 Half Cent, reverse planned off. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: ex-World Exonumia 26 Feb. 1979 auction, lot 1976. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //

412. "Trial List of the Countermarked Modern Coins of the World", 1919. By F. G. Duffield. Reprint of the classic Numismatist article series, 88 pages, photos. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Countermarked Coins: Mexico //Countermarked Coins: English Govmnt //Countermarked Coins: Arms Inspector //Countermarked Coins: Ike Dollar //Countermarked Coins: Regulated coins //Countermarked Stone Mountain Commemorative //

413. "Merchant and Privately Countermarked Coins". The standard reference by Brunk, consignor of this collection. The new 2003 edition, Color Cover Hardbound, 480 pages, 2000+ photos, over 13,500 listings, with price guide. Detailed descriptions, all known specimens listed, covers the US, Canada and the World in one reference (MB $72.50) $75.00-90.00+
CrossRef: State of MA Massasachusts //Military Veterans: G.A.R. GAR //Countermarked Coins: Ancient //Countermarked Coins: Medieval //Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Countermarked Coins: Mexico //Countermarked Coins: English Govmnt //

414. "Merchant Countermarks on World Coins", 1989. The original standard reference on mechant countermarks of the world, profusely illustrated with price guide for each variety. Softbound, 157 pages. (MB $25.00) $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Quebec //Blacksmith/anvil //
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415. (Montreal): C. Aspinall, Blacksmith. "C. Apsinall" and "Maker", both curved VF/XF marks on AG 1860 English halfpenny. 3 total known, 2 this variety. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Brunk photo p.21.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //Large Cent related //Quebec //

416. Montreal: Devins & Bolton. Richard J. Devins was born in 1837, studied medicine and became a pharmacist, partnering with Bolton in 1863. The partnership disolved in 1880, with Devins continuing in business until 1892. Devins and Bolton advertised extensively, stamping all the copper coins they could get. "Devins/&/Bolton/-/Montreal" bold XF mark on nice G/VG US 1848 Large Cent. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: Photo: cover of August 1988 Canadian Numismatic Journal. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //Quebec //

417. Montreal: Devins & Bolton. As above, bold XF mark on large 1837 Bank Token One Penny, AG/dings. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Norway //Quebec //
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418. Montreal: Rare Devins & Bolton on Norway Skilling. "Devins & Bolton Montreal" on 1816 Norway skilling (KM-184). Only three Norwegian skillings are known with Devins and Bolton countermarks. Bold XF mark on poor/AG coin. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Large Cent related //Canada: General //
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419. Canada: "Dietrich". Rare two known, bold XF mark on 1850 US Large Cent. $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //

420. "I. Houghton". Struck twice, on obv: partially double struck, last letter partially off edge; on rev bold VF/XF mark on AG 1837 Bank half-penny. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Large Cent related //Canada Trade Tokens //Ontario //
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421. Windsor: John Hutton. John Hutton was listed as a saloon keeper in Windsor, Ont, in the 1871 edition of Lovell's Directory. In the 1871 census he was noted as a 57 year old hotel keeper, who had been born in England. "J. Hutton"/"Windsor" bold on left, weaker on right, on AG 1818 Large Cent. Only known specimen on large cent, one of only 3 known. $200.00-300.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Half cent/related //Barbados //Quebec //

422. (Quebec): IB. Quite a few American colonial coins, US large cents, Canadian tokens and other coppers were stamped 'I.B' by an unidentified Quebec merchant. There is a good chance that the issuer could be identified by searching old newspapers and other historical records. A few of these coins also have numerals. This is one of the scarce numeral varieties. "I.B/3", very bold XF mark on cull 1809 US Half Cent, date clear. $75.00-85.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //New Brunswick //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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423. (New Brunswick, St. John): T. McAvity. Thomas McAvity became an indentured servant in the hardware business in the 1820s. In 1834 he opened his own store at 9 Water Street. He prospered, and was the Mayor of St. John from 1859 to 1863. "T. McAvity", "9 Water Street", F/XF marks on AG/slick 1816 silver English Shilling. One of only two examples of this variety. RARE. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: ex-Kirtley 4 Nov. 1985 auction, lot 283. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Brunk photo p.28.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Lock/Locksmith/Safe/Padlock/Key //Ontario //

424. (Ontario Brantford): John A. Minnery, Master Locksmith. One of the few modern marks "John A. Minnery", "Master", "Locksmith" in 3 marks, one upside-down; on rev: "Unlawful/To Duplicate", bold VF-XF marks, a few letters weaker, on Unc. Canadian 1985 quarter.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Ontario //Lock/Locksmith/Safe/Padlock/Key //

425. (Ontario Brantford): John A. Minnery, Locksmith. As above, obv/rev, bold XF marks, a couple of letters weaker; on AU 1972 US Washington quarter.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Newfoundland //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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426. (Newfoundland, St. John): Nicholas Ohman Hallmark. Like the better known Joseph Patenaude of British Columbia, who stamped Canadian silver dollars in the 1930s, Nicholas Ohman countermarked Newfoundland silver coins c 1900 with his hallmark. It consists of "N.O." in small rectangular bar punch. (See Brunk for more details). Bold XF mark, on Good 1899 Newfoundland silver Fifty Cents. Scarce. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Wagons/Buggies/Carriages //Ontario //Music/Piano/Composer/Organ //

427. (Ontario) Kingston: Robinson's Carriage Works. Beginning in 1881, George W. Robinson sold carriages, organs and pianos. "Robinson's/Kingston/Carriage Works", bold VF-XF mark on 1884 Canadian Large Cent, F/VF. $75.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Ontario //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //

428. (Ontario) Orillia: T.H. Robinson, Druggist. Born in 1851, apprenticed as a pharmacist in Montreal, he purchased Tudhope's pharmacy in Orillia in 1880. "T.H. Robinson/Druggist/Orillia", single punch, all 3 lines curved, bold VF-XF mark on AG 1852 Bank of Upper Canada Penny token, holed. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Ontario //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //

429. (Ontario) Kingston: T.H. Robinson, Druggist. As above, same mark in 3 curved lines, Very Bold XF mark on VG+ 1857 Bank half-penny token. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Cover of Aug. 1988 Canadian Numismatic Journal; Photo: Rulau.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Ontario //
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430. Ontario Ingersoll: M. Ryan. Ryan was an Ontario merchant who only stamped the American coins that circulated in Canada during the late nineteenth century. "M. Ryan/I. Ont.", bold XF mark on 1875-S US Quarter. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Brunk Canadian Numismatic Journal article, 1998. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //Nova Scotia //Masonic: World Chapter Pennies //

431. (Nova Scotia Halifax): St. Andrews Masonic Lodge. Chartered in 1832, and united in 1869 to form the Grand Chapter of Nova Scotia. Thus, issued prior to 1869, probably used as a Mark Penny. "St. Andrews/Chapter.", VG-VF mark on AG 1843 New Brunswick Penny token. One of about a dozen known. $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Australia //Patent Medicine //England-Great Britain //Chemistry //
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432. Australia: Geelong: J. T. Thomas, Chemist. In 1865 Thomas was a chemist on Malop St. "J. Thomas/Agent/Geelong", bold VF mark on token of Professor Holloway, patent medicine dealer of London, England, 1857, nice VF/XF. $150.00-200.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate. KM-TN 278.1 $175/XF for just the token.
CrossRef: Australia //Other Engravers/DieSinkers/Medalist //

433. (Australia: Sydney): William Wilson, Engraver. Wilson was listed in the city directory as an engraver in 1867. "Wilson./Engraver" (second line slanted/italic), below "390 Pitt S", in two punches, mostly bold VF, on Fine Hank and Lloyds half-penny, 1855. $100.00-150.00+
COMMENT: Brunk photo p.17. KM-TN82 $60 for just the token.
CrossRef: Australia //

434. (Australia): "RW" on Hide and DeCarle Token. Countermark unlisted in Andrews: "RW" bold VF mark on Clark T166 penny: 'Hide and DeCarle, Grocers and Wine Merchants, Melbourne' token, 1857, Fine+. $125.00-175.00+
CrossRef: Australia //Numismatists //

435. (Australia): Peter Fleig. A contemporary collector who stamped coins, tokens and cut coins in the 1970's with single letter punches indicating 'Peter Fleig, South Australia'. "PF/SA", rev: "IX/MCMLXXV", on 1966 Australia cent, cut in half, XF mark.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Belgium //
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436. (Belgium): "S" on Bishopric of Liege. Countermark of large, backward "S" on Bishopric of Liege 1723 liard. Coin is DeMay-271. Countermark is unlisted. Bold XF, incuse mark on reverse, coin VG. $25.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Brazil //Portugal //
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437. Brazilian Shield Countermark. In 1808 the French invaded Portugal, and the royal court fled to Brazil. Upon arriving, Prince Regent John quickly moved to increase the value of Brazilian coins as a way to generate funds, and this shield countermark doubled the value of copper coins. Shield of Portugal on Forty Reis of King Joseph Emanuel (1750-1777). 39 mm, copper. VG-Fine on VG coin, dark. $10.00-20.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Ceylon //Elephants //
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438. (Ceylon): George Steuart & Company. This firm was founded in 1835, and owned Wekande Mills, which employed over 1000 workers on its plantations. "G S & Co." in script, bold XF mark on nice VG 1815 Ceylon Stiver depicting an elephant. FULL PAGE PHOTO in Brunk, Merchant Countermarks on World Coins. $75.00-85.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Brunk photo p.322
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Denmark //Sweden //

439. (Denmark Copenhagen): Allan Dahl. Allan Aly Hendrik Dahl was born in 1826 and died in 1896. His firm was the Bureau for Permanent Advertisement. A classic foreign countermark by an early advertising agency. "Allan Dahl", XF-VF mark on VF+ Swedish 1890 Five Ore. $25.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Countermarked Coins: Regulated coins //England-Great Britain //Counterfeit Coins //Copy of coin //West Indies //Early American Tokens 1700-1832 //
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440. Counterfeit British Gold Coin Intended for the West Indies Trade, 1783. One reason so many coins were countermarked in the West Indies was that a very high proportion of them were counterfeit. This is a reeded edge, contemporary counterfeit 1783 George III guinea (KM-604) with elaborate shield. It was deliberately struck with the inscriptions slightly cut off the rim to simulate a clipped coin. On the center of the bust is what appears to be a badly struck countermark, and a partial version using only the edge of the same stamp is below the first. Despite extensive inspection, we cannot determine what the stamp imitates, if, indeed, it was meant to imitate anything at all. Held one way it looks like the letter "M" over a partially struck letter "T", but the strike is so bad that the stamp cannot be identified. 24 mm, gilt brass. Slightly bent, a couple of test scratches, gilt worn on high spots. About VF/XF for wear. $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Ecuador //Columbia //
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441. First Issue of Ecuador: MDQ Monogram on Eight Reales, 1831. This countermark was listed by Medina in 1919 (227-228), but for many years no one knew who had issued it. Then a decree was found that established such countermarked Colombian coins were the first issues of the nation of Ecuador. The countermark consists of the incuse, script monogram "M D Q" meaning "Moneda de Quito." This example is stamped on a silver 1820-JF Cundinamarca (Colombia) eight reales. The coin is AG. The counterstamp is VF, but as with the more common, 1821 piece illustrated in KM, the top part of the stamp broke so that the monogram's loop is incomplete. We have traced only one example of "M D Q" on an 1820 Cundinamarca eight reales. KM does not value it, simply calling it "Rare." $750.00-1000.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //
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442. (England): Abbey, Cutler. "Abbey", "Cutler", "Bedford", all semi-circles, three separate bold VF marks, on AG Irish Penny. $50.00-65.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.38
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //
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443. (England): Booth & Clough. Bold F-VF "Booth &/Clough" on both sides of AG 1797 Cartwheel Penny. Only known example. $60.00-70.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Agricultural //
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444. (England): Borwick's Baking Powder. In 1842 George Borwick founded his firm to make baking powder. It remains active today as a subsidiary of Pillsbury Flour. "Borwick's/Baking/Powder", bold, deep XF mark on France 1872-K 10 centimes, nice VF/XF. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.45.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //
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445. (England): Borwick's Baking Powder. As above, "Borwick's/Baking/Powder", bold XF mark on AG 1853-W French 5 centimes. $50.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //
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446. (England): Bradford Workhouse. In 1813 the Bradford Workhouse, which is what Americans would call a 'poor house', was destroyed by a fire. So too were the dies for making its tokens. Two stamps then were cut to counterstamp tokens already in circulation in that part of England. A century later the stamps were obtained by Samuel H. Hamer, an avid collector, who co-authored the standard reference on late eighteenth century British tokens. Circa 1910 Hamer used the original stamps to countermark other sorts of coins and tokens. So both originals and restrikes exist. This is an original, "Bradford" and "Workhouse" in two semi-circular stamps, bold XF on F/VF 1812 British Union Copper Co. Penny Token. $50.00-60.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.359.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Numismatists //Conder Tokens - Great Britain //
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447. (England): Bradford Workhouse. As above, but a ca. 1910 restrike by Samuel H. Hammer. "Bradford" and "Workhouse" in two semi-circular stamps, bold VF/XF, partially weak at top, all on silver Good 1813 Bank Token, 3 Shillings. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //
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448. (England): Bristol. Struck four times "Bristol", which could refer to the town, or be a person's name. XF marks on AG/slick 1797 Cartwheel Penny. $40.00-60.00+
COMMENT: ex-Maurice Gould. 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Boot/Shoe/Feet //
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449. (England): Unusual oval Can't Better Boot. Interesting oval mark with inner, outer lines: "Can't Better/C.B.D./Boot", triple struck, partially overlapping, partially weak G to VF mark on 1875 Penny, AG/G. $60.00-90.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Wine/Whiskey/Spirts other than beer //England-Great Britain //
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450. London: Scarce Circular Mark: Davis Wine & Brandy Merchant. Elaborate single punch circular countermark "DAVIS / WINE & BRANDY / MERCHANT / 46 / HOUNSDITCH / LONDON" on 1806 halfpenny. Nice XF mark on Good coin. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Knife/knives/cutlery //
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451. (England) Hereford: Unique Dillon Brazier. Bold F/VF mark of "Dillon/Brazier/Hereford", on AG 1797 Cartwheel Penny. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.375.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Wine/Whiskey/Spirts other than beer //
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452. (England, Isle of Wight): Dear & Sons, Shanklin. The firm of Dear and Thomas operated as grocers, bakers and agents for wines and spirits on the Isle of Wight (also see lot 476), 1879-1910. One of only two marks for the Isle of Wight, RARE. "Dear & Sons/Grocers/Shanklin. I.W", partial semi-circle as part of mark, to left, bold XF on G/VG French 1856 10 centimes. One of only two known, RARE. $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //
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453. (England): George Dix, Gas Lamp Maker. Dix was listed in directories 1883 to 1909 as a 'gas lamp manufacturer'. "Dix", "Gas","Lamp Maker", "Clerkenwell", in four lines. Varieties exist, the mark shown in Brunk is somewhat different. Bold XF mark on AG/G French 1857-W 10 centimes. $40.00-60.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //France //Theater/Drama/Vaudeville/Opera/Minstrel //
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454. (England): Empire Theatre. The Empire Theatre opened in 1884 on Leicester Square. These countermarks were probably issued for the opening, as the theatre never was an immense success. After a poor financial showing, it was turned into a music hall in 1887. "Empire/Immense/Success/Theatre", bold XF mark, first/last lines curved, on AG/VG 1856 French 10 centimes. $50.00-65.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Brewery //Beer/Bier/Beverage/Brewery //
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455. (England): Garden Gate Ales. Apparently two marks: "Garden/Gate" and "Home/Brewed/Ales", bold XF marks on AG/G French 1854 10 centimes. Scarce. $50.00-60.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.57.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Wine/Whiskey/Spirts other than beer //
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456. (England): Harding Wines & Spirits, Ludlow. Interesting partially script mark: "Wines./& Spirits by/Harding/Ludlow", may be four marks. Very bold XF mark(s) on slick halfpenny. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Brunk photo p.59.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //
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457. (England): "J. Hobbs". Bold VF mark on AG 1797 Cartwheel Penny. Rare. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Newspaper/Publishing //
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458. (England): Lloyd's Penny Sunday Times. At the time of founding of this newspaper in 1842, there was a penny stamp tax for each paper. Edward Lloyd got an exemption because his paper originally contained no news. Because he didn't pay the tax, he was able to sell the paper cheaper than his competition, and soon it began to include news stories as well. Lloyd countermarked so many coins to advertise his paper, that Parliment passed the 'Act to Prevent the Defacing of the Current Coin of the Realm' in 1853. This did not apply to non-English coins, which lead to the importation and marking of millions of Continental bronze coins. See extensive writeup in Brunk. "Read.Lloyds.Penny.Sunday.Times" in circular bold VF mark, around edge of AG Cartwheel Penny. There are also two "W" marks on left side. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Newspaper/Publishing //
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459. (England): Lloyd's Post Free Weekly Newspaper. As above, "Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper Three Pence/Post - Free" on obverse; "Purchase Number One of Lloyd's Last/New Penny/Publication on reverse. F/VF circular marks on AG 1806/7 halfpenny. $40.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Newspaper/Publishing //
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460. (England): Lloyd's Newspaper 3d Post Free. As above, "Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper 3d Post Free - ", bold VF circular mark, unusual host coin: William IV 1/2 pence, AG. $40.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Newspaper/Publishing //
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461. (England): Lloyd's Penny Sunday Times. As above, "Read.Lloyd's.Penny.Sunday.Times -", bold XF circular mark, on slick 1797 Cartwheel Penny. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Newspaper/Publishing //
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462. (England): Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper. As above, on both sides: "Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper Three Pence/Post/Free"; on rev: "Purchase Number One of Lloyd's Last -/New Penny/Publication", mostly F-VF, partially weak mark on AG 1806/7 halfpenny. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Wine/Whiskey/Spirts other than beer //Female-Related/Woman (not suffrage) //
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463. (England): Unusual Maffey Wines and Spirits. Scott found a listing for Elizabeth Massey, a dealer in wine and spirits in Abergavenny in 1811. Very unusual style of mark: "Wines/And Spirits/Wholefale &/Retail by/Maffey/Kidderminster", note that 'wholefale' is the correct spelling. Bold, mostly VF mark, top weak, on slick/AG 1/2 pence or similar planchet. Scarce. $60.00-75.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Rulau. 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.66
CrossRef: State of IA Iowa //Political: Ribbons/Badges //
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464. (England): Unusual Maffey Wines and Spirits. As above, unusual style of mark: "Wines/And Spirits/Wholefale &/Retail by/Maffey/Kidderminster". Mostly VF mark, top weak, on slick/AG 1/2 pence or similar planchet. Scarce. $60.00-75.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Rulau. 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.66
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Tool Maker/Metal Worker/tool smith //
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465. (England): Mitchell, Saw Maker, Brighton. H.E. Mitchell manufactured saws and other tools, 1872-93. "Mitchell/Saw Maker/Brighton", bold XF mark on 1855-BB French 10 centimes. $50.00-65.00+
COMMENT: ex-Koppenhaver, 23 May 1986, lot 390.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Attorney/Lawyer/Law/Justice/Judges //
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466. (England): UNIQUE John Nicholas. "John Nicholas./-*-/Proprietor/-*-/Lawlerhouse.", bold VF mark on planed off obverse of AG dark Norway 24 Skillings, Craig 102. Probably an inn catering to lawyers. Only known specimen! $175.00-250.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk first edition photo p.326.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Soap //
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467. (England): Pears Soap. Andrew Pear began selling soap in 1789. During the 1880's the firm he founded imported and marked a quarter million bronze coins, mostly French 5 and 10 centimes. The firm is now part of Lever Brothers. "Pears'/Soap" bold XF mark on Good+ 1856 French 10 centimes. See extensive writeup in Brunk. $50.00-100.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Back cover of World Merchant Countermarks; Photo: Rulau.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Soap //
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468. (England): Pears Soap. As above, "Pears'/Soap", bold XF mark on most red AU/Unc 1872-A French 10 centimes. $30.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Soap //
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469. (England): Pears Soap on English Farthing. As above, "Pears'/Soap", bold VF on slick AG 1863 English Farthing. $30.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Bookseller/Book Medals/Printing/Press //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical // State of MA Massasachusts //
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470. Pears Soap Bookmark Used by MA Apothecary. Interesting colorful vintage Pears' Soap 7.25" cardboard book mark, with cut-out hand with pointing finger, on background of military-type award medal with ribbon; reverse printed with testimonial. Reverse rubber-stamped from Athol, MA apothecary, so used in USA. About VF, some folds, wear. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Knife/knives/cutlery //
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471. (England): Robinson, Cutler. These exist in several varieties. "Robinson/Cutler" in one stamp with first line curved; below: "Oxford", bold VF marks on slick/AG halfpenny. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.74.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Knife/knives/cutlery //
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472. (England): Robinson, Cutler. Interesting and unique test coin, includes multiple stamps: "Robinson", "Cutler", "Oxon", "J W", crown above 'Robinson', large center "X"; reverse "X" and "W", all bold VF-XF marks on slick/AG halfpenny, clipped. 'Oxon' is the abbreviation for Oxfordshire. Rare test piece! $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.74.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //
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473. (England): "J. Rutter". Very bold XF mark on 1861 half penny, nice VF/XF. Rare. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Knife/knives/cutlery //
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474. (England): John Thomas, Cutler. Thomas was listed from 1806 to 1836 as a maker of cutlery. "Thomas", "10A. Blackman", "Street. Boro", "Cutler" mostly bold F-XF marks on obverse; "Manufactury", "Boro. Road" on reverse; all on slick/AG Cartwheel Penny. $60.00-75.00+
COMMENT: ex-Koppenhaver, 17 April 1987, lot 414. 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.82.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Coal //
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475. (England Brighton): Tilley's Coals. In 1882 W. Tilley and Son were coal merchants and carriers on Lewes Road in Brighton. "Tilley's/Coals/Brighton", bold XF mark on reverse of VF 1861 French 10 centimes. $40.00-60.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.83.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //England-Great Britain //Hotel/Motel //
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476. (England, Isle of Wight): York Hotel, Sandown. The York Hotel was located on Wilkes Road in Sandown on the Isle of Wight. It was owned by Henry Rembridge from 1879 to 1895. "Rembridge/York Hotel/Sandown" bold VF mark on AG 1854-W French 5 centimes. RARE Isle of Wight issue, one of only two known (also see lot 452). $75.00-100.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.85.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Coin Weights //England-Great Britain //
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477. English Gold Guinea Coin Weight. Coin weight for an English gold guinea. "Georgius III Dei Gratia" around bust of George III / "Pw 5 Gr 8 Guinea" 22 mm, brass. Fine, but edges were filed down to achieve the correct weight. To verify it was accurate, the piece was countermarked with an anchor. Since the Founder's Company had a royal charter to test British brass weights, and stamped the pieces that it tested with a wide-mouthed pitcher, this weight and countermark apparently were used outside of the British Isles to weigh British gold coins. About F/VF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //Political: Non-US //
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478. Countermarked French Medal, ca. 1882. French League of Patriots Medal very lightly countermarked "L D P" using separate letter punches. "Que Vive? France" around radiant French flag, with small date "Mai 1882" / "Ligve des Patriotes" around statue of two soldiers and small "1870 IX... Qvand Meme" referring to the disastrous Franco-Prussian War. By A. Mergie. The reverse die has started to break up, causing it to buckle and produce an uneven surface. 22 mm, bronze. The same countermark is found on larger versions of this medal. $25.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Love Tokens: Names //France //Portugal //Hand-Engraved Tokens //
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479. Engraved French Coin, 1802. "Lisbon July 19th 1802" hand engraved in old script on a 1774 French Sou. The significance of this date is unknown. Worn VG engraving on AG coin. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //

480. (France): "Victor A'Dourdan". This unique countermark should be identifiable by searching historical records. Bold VF mark on c 1795 Paris mint Five Centimes (C-135). Unique! $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Brunk photo p.451
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Gambling/Casino Chips/Tokens (Modern) //France //Railroad //

481. (France): French Railroad Club. "Chemin/De Fer/Club", F/VF mark on 1951 20 francs. $35.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Switzerland //France //
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482. (France?): Amedee Kohler Chocolate. This Swiss firm made chocolate and had dealerships in many countries. Scott suggests these were issued by a French dealer. "Chocolat/* Kohler *" Bold XF mark on Good coin. $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: Photo, Rulau USTT, 1988
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //England-Great Britain //

483. (France): UNIQUE French Countermark for Le Guano Fison, Fertilizer Made from Bird Dung! James Fison's company of Ipswich, England, marketed fertilizer in metal tins with little yellow canaries on them. His fertilizer was made from guano -- bird dung -- imported from the Canary Islands. Since the mark is in French, it must have been stamped by French branch of his company. "Le/Guano/Fison", first/last lines curved, F/VF mark on AG 1856-A French 10 Centimes. ONLY KNOWN SPECIMEN! $100.00-125.00+
COMMENT: Photo: Rulau & Brunk.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //Wine/Whiskey/Spirts other than beer //
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484. (France): Picotin Aperitif. "Le/Picotin/Aperitif", with broken 'P', bold XF mark on AG 1861 English Penny. $40.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //
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485. France, Pont-La-Ville: Henry. A unique countermark that should be identifiable. "Henry/A/Pont-La-Ville", mostly bold XF mark, 'P' on edge; on VG 1862 5 Centimes. Only known specimen! $75.00-85.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.393.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //
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486. (France): Sapol. Interesting merchant countermark that should be identifiable. "Sapol" boldly struck VF+ on AG French 5 Centimes. $40.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. Brunk photo p.324
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //Napoleon //Satirical/Humorous //Political: Non-US //
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487. (France): "Sedan" Political Mark. France entered the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871 with the expectation of a quick victory, only to be shocked by the defeat of the French Army lead by the Emperor Napoleon III at the Battle of Sedan on Sept. 4, 1870. He surrendered to the Prussians, who soon defeated another French army at Metz, and then besieged Paris. These anti-Napoleon III political coins were made in the area of northeastern France that was occupied by the Germans, particularly the city of Strasbourg, where they were sold as souvenirs for a moderate premium over face value. Varieties occur with and without an accent mark over the 'e' of "Sedan". Bold VF mark on silver G/AG 1865-K Franc. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //Political: Non-US //Satirical/Humorous //Napoleon //
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488. (France): "Sedan" on Silver Crown. As above, "Sedan", bold VF mark on nice VG/F silver 1868 5 francs $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //
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490. France's "UN" Revalued Coin! 1796. A law of October 24, 1796 mandated a heavier standard for French copper coins. Old two decimes were reduced in value to one decime by stamping "UN" over the numeral "2" and effacing the letter "s" in "decimes." Bold XF mark on AG coin. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //France //
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491. (France): "Y" in Bar Punch. Apparently a merchant mark, so far unidentified, bold F/VF "Y" in toothed border bar punch, on Louis XIV 1656 Liard, Ciani 2012, AG+. $60.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Guatemala //Hacienda //
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492. (Guatemala): "Sachal". These are primarily found on copper coins of the German Empire. They are issues of 19th century German immigrants to Guatemala and were hacienda tokens. VF mark on XF/AU Germany 1898-J pfennig. $30.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Guatemala //Hacienda //
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493. (Guatemala): "Saxoc". As above, German immigrant hacienda token, bold XF mark on XF 1897-J German pfennig. $25.00-35.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Guatemala //Hacienda //
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494. (Guatemala): Lot of Two Hacienda tokens. Nice lot of two scarce hacienda tokens: "2 + 4", with the '+' in petal shaped mark, Brunk Etc-40, bold XF mark on AU 1871 centavo. And "L", "B", "R" on reverse, "&" Brunk R-32, on obverse of XF 1871 centavo. Two pieces, scarce. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo p.325
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Ireland/Celtic //
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495. (Ireland): "Manwaring". Bold XF mark on AG 1805 Irish Penny. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Ireland/Celtic //Knife/knives/cutlery //
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496. (Ireland): James McMahon, Dublin Cutler. James McMahon was a cutler from 1842 to 1850, and located at this address 1846-48. "McMahon/Dublin", "Cutler", "Pill Lane", mostly bold VF/XF marks on G/VG Ireland 1820 Penny token. Rare. Only three known, this variety unique! DH-41/42, Seaby 26 host token. $150.00-175.00+
COMMENT: ex-Maurice Gould. Photo: Rulau US Trade Tokens. 1987 Brunk Plate.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Indonesia //
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497. (Java): Sumenep's 'Madura Star.'. Apparently an issue of the port of Sumenep on the island of Madura, off the northeast coast of Java. In the auction of Fred Pridmore's collection, it was noted that he purchased an 1813 Java Rupee with such a countermark in Singapore in 1951. The countermark often is attributed to Paku Nata Ningrat (1812-1854), but the status of this particular piece is uncertain. The countermark consists of three crossing lines in a shield-shaped oval indentation on a 1766 Java rupee (KM-175). Such coins were issued in 0.833 silver, and this one looked "bad enough" that it was scratched numerous times to see if it was plated. The countermark (KM-191.3) is VF. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Jersey //
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498. (Jersey Channel Islands): C.P. Herrick. One of only a handful of countermarks known on Channel Islands coins. "C.P. Herrick", bold VF/XF on obv. and rev. of VG 1844 Jersey 1/26 Shilling. Unique. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Mexico //Mexico //
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499. (Mexico,Huarachita): Moneda de Huarachita, ca. 1870. This "M. D. H." in ornamental rectangle countermark is a municipal issue, and means "Moneda de Huarachita" (Romero de Terreros 1955: 13). Utberg H8/11. Not in Rulau. About twenty-five examples are known, with all identifiable coins being Jalisco quarter reals. Coin 27 mm, bronze, fair. Countermark is 14 mm x 8 mm. Fine. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Mexico //Hacienda //

500. (Mexico): "Sauces." Bar Punch. 'Sauces' means 'Willows', a hacienda token from Zacatecas. Toothed border rectangular punch, struck twice at overlapping right angles, bold XF mark on Good Zacatecas 1862 1/4 real. Probably a hacienda token. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk first edition photo p.334
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Mexico //Hacienda //
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501. (Mexico): R-C & Monogram Hacienda Token. Interesting mark: "R", monogram in bar punch, "C" all bold XF marks on AG 1862 Potosi 1/4 real. See photo in Brunk page 146. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: 2003 Brunk Color Cover Photo. 1987 Brunk Plate. Brunk photo first edition p.334.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Mexico //Hacienda //

502. (Mexico): Choice Lot of Hacienda Countermarks. Five different hacienda marks, many with intertwined letters. 1) "J.D.V" in oval bar punch with wreath, on Chihuahua 1/4 Real, Brunk Merchant C/M photo; Rulau 1992, page 53. 2) "CA" (Brunk A-23) over "AM" (Brunk M-36) unusual overstamped c/m, in toothed bar punch, on cast copy of 1/4 real. 3) "TPJ"? on Jalisco 1/4 Real. 4) "M.S." in floral wreath bar punch, and "V" on 1860 1/4 real. 5) Complicated monogram on small coin. Countermarks VF-XF, on mostly AG coins. Nice lot! $125.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Netherlands //Nazi (Germany) //
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503. Netherlands Resistance Countermark, 1942. "O Z O" countermark on 1942 Netherlands zinc ten cents (KM-173). A similar countermark was described in a Hans Schulman auction: "1 C. 1941, counterstamped with "OZO" (Oranje zal overwinnen = Netherlands will win) during World War II, by the 'Resistance' Very rare." This is only the second piece traced. If anyone should have been an expert on these it was Hans Schulman, whose cousin ran the famous auction house in Amsterdam, and was killed by the Nazis in the Second World War. Coin F-VF. Countermark strong VF, probably made from three separate letter punches in the way that "IRA" and "UDF" countermarks were stamped on Irish coins in Ulster. Rare. $100.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Turkey //
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504. Ottoman Empire: Tripolis, ca. 1880. This octagonal countermark reads "Tripolis" in Turkish. Wilski (A-18-01) argues it is from the modern town of Tirebolu on the Black Sea coast of Turkey. Coin is a 31 mm bronze Turkish twenty para of Abdul Aziz (1861- 1876), year six. Coin is Fine, slightly bent. Countermark 8 mm x 6 mm, VF, but a bit weak on the bottom. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Ottoman Empire //Turkey //Greece //
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505. (Ottoman Empire): Crude "A". Unusual c/m, a crude "A" with inner marks and devices. Issued by a local Greek community. Very bold XF mark on VG 10 para 1255 AH, year 19. $30.00-40.00+
COMMENT: See Brunk first edition p.337.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Ottoman Empire //Greece //
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506. (Ottoman Empire): Double Stamped Circular bar punch. Toughra of Ottoman Sultan in circle over crude 'A', in circular VF punch, on VG 10 para 1255, Year 19, C-284, Island of Thasos. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: See Brunk first edition p.337.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Ottoman Empire //Turkey //
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507. (Ottoman Empire): Double Stamped 40 Para. Two countermarks of the town of Pilmar on the island of Mytilene. "Delta Pi" in Greek and "Pilmar 308" in Turkish for year 1308AH (1890 AD). Demey 564. On VG AH 1255 regal year 20, 40 para, Craig 286. $50.00-65.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Russia //Jeton/Jetton //
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508. (Russia): Cyrillic Merchant Mark. close to "M.N.A.", 'N' backwards, and "A." overstruck, see on-line picture. Bold VF marks on 1838 English jeton. Scarce. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Russia //
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509. (Russia): "F" merchant mark. Interesting "F" in circle, on Good 1707 Russian half kopeck copper. Countermarks on Russian coins are rare! $75.00-150.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Scotland //
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510. (Scotland): Adelphi Cotton Works, Deanston. Also known as the Deanston Cotton Works, built in 1785 and offered for sale in 1794. See long writeup in Brunk. "Adelphi/(cotton sack)/Cotton Work", single large circular mark with background, a mostly VF mark, partially weak at bottom, on AG Irish George II halfpenny. $200.00-250.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Spain //Political: Non-US //
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511. (Spain): Amnesty for Socialists Political Mark. Interesting Socialist Youth political mark: "| Amnistia |/J. (star) S.", first line curved, bold XF mark on AG/slick 1870 Spanish 5 centavos. $50.00-65.00+
COMMENT: Listed in Rulau, Tokens of Spain.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Trinidad //Barber/Haircut/Shave/Shaving //
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512. (Trinidad): Francois Declos, Port of Spain. Declos was a local barber who issued many coins stamped with his initials when the island faced a coinage shortage. Many of these 'F.D' pieces known today are contemporary forgeries, as the mark doubled the value of the coin! The practice of countermarking was made illegal in 1884, and Declos ended up paying for many more than he had stamped! Well known West Indies countermark. "F D", very bold XF mark, on AG Victoria halfpenny $200.00-250.00+
COMMENT: Listed in new KM p.1162.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Trinidad //Copy of coin //Lead //West Indies //
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513. Trinidad Countermark. Lead copy of octagonal center plug of eight reales countermarked "T" by Trinidad in 1811. Center part of shield visible on reverse. There is a very small countermark "FAC" on the reverse. Not a bad copy. Origin unknown. About F/VF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada //Wales //
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514. (Wales): J. Cock, Grocer, Swansea. The only merchant mark from Wales! "J. Cock/Grocer/Swansea", first/last lines curved, bold VF marks on AG/slick Cartwheel Penny, small spot center. This variety UNIQUE, 4 total known. $75.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Seated US Coinage: 5/10/20/25/50c/$1 //Copy of coin //Miniature Coins (Spiel Marke) //Game Counters (U.S.) //
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515. Rare Miniature Twenty Cents, ca. 1878. Stars around seated liberty, "Counter" below / "Imitation L. Chr. Lauer Twenty Cents" around Eagle. Nice copy of twenty cent piece. Rare type as virtually all other miniatures are of European coins, and this was not in the extensive Fuld collection purchased by Brunk. By the mid-nineteenth century, enough advancements had been made that it had become possible to mint highly detailed medals. So a number of European die sinking firms started making exceedingly small, miniature medals to advertise their services. They soon discovered that making miniature coins was even better as people could compare them with real coins then in circulation to see the quality of the work. Such miniature coins became popular as souvenirs, and were minted by private European mints for the next century. Individual pieces can be dated by the type of coin that they imitate. Dark VF. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: HTT: Political Hard Times Tokens //

516. Low 33. Choice Brown XF, nice even color, Nice! $65.00-75.00+
CrossRef: HTT: Political Hard Times Tokens //

517. Low 38. CHOICE Brown VF/XF, NICE even brown color. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: HTT: Political Hard Times Tokens //

518. Low 44 I Take The Responsibility. CHOICE BROWN AU-Unc, NICE Glossy Brown, lustrous and nice even color. NICE! $125.00-150.00+
CrossRef: HTT: Political Hard Times Tokens //
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519. Unlisted Hard Times Token Variety, 1841. "Mint Drop" Rulau-64 (Low-68) Hard Times token dated 1841 obverse and 1837 reverse. Unlisted variety struck with filled die so only "3" is clearly visible of "1837" with "18" very weak and "7" totally gone! Dirty Fine. $100.00-250.00+
CrossRef: HTT: Political Hard Times Tokens //
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520. Unlisted Hard Times Token Variety, 1841. "Mint Drop" Rulau-64 (Low-68) hard times token dated 1841 obverse and 1837 reverse. Unlisted variety struck with filled die so the date is "184" with the "1" almost totally gone! About Fine $100.00-200.00+
CrossRef: HTT: Political Hard Times Tokens //

521. Group of Hard Times Tokens. Seven different hard times tokens. Rulau 57, 67, 68, 69, 111, 155, 293 (Low numbers 44, 46, 48, 67, 97, 104, 111). About cull-VG. $25.00-35.00+

522. Fountain Blacking Mule. UNKNOWN RULAU number! Eagle obverse & reverse. Wright 1418. Brass, Choice Bright AU. $35.00-50.00+

523. PA PHL-80 Philadelphia Record. Birthplace of the Declaration of Independence, 1776. Building, Independence Hall. Whitehead & Hoag, Gilt Brass, choice AU. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: Non-US/Canada // State of RI Rhode Island //U.S. Trade Tokens: 1866-89 //Billiard/Pool/Bagatelle //

524. RI Providence: A.A. Plastridge, ca. 1870. "What Cheer Bagatelle Tables", early billiard token. White-metal. Choice GEM Bright Unc. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: U.S. Merchant Tokens: 1845-60 //Slave/Slavery //Satirical/Humorous //Political: Medals/Tokens: Pre-1901 //

525. NL-Y3C Financial Panic of 1837, SLAVE POWER Civil War Token, ca. 1863. "Contrahendo et Solvendo/2/S.P.", reverse "Suspender Buttons 1837 1857". Rulau states "S.P." is "Slave Power", and the dates refer to the financial panics of 1837 and 1857. And the 'suspender buttons' refer to either an embarrassment (if your suspenders fail) or a strength (since the buttons hold up your pants). Interesting political Civil War token, satirical, and Slave related! Brass, Choice Unc. $100.00-125.00+

526. N-L Y3E Interesting SLAVE POWER Civil War Token, 1863. Rulau lists as a Non-Local: "Contrahendo et Solvendo/2/S.P.", where "S.P." is "Slave Power", reverse "Thursday/1863". The Emancipation Proclamation was signed on Jan. 1, 1863, a Thursday. Bowers translates the Latin to "I pull together and loosen up", an apparent reference to suspenders (see previous lot). Interesting probably satirical item, a political piece, and a Civil War token! Brass, choice AU. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Civil War Tokens--Patriotic //U.S. Merchant Tokens: 1845-60 //Anti-Slavery //Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln //Slave/Slavery //
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527. Emancipation Proclamation Civil War Token, 1863. Rulau devotes half a page to discussing this interesting Civil War token (Y-3E pages 321-322), which refers to the Emancipation Proclamation. Brass, small cent size. "Tuesday 1863" / "Contrahendo et Solvendo 2 S. P." See Rulau for a full discussion of the reverse phrases SP = Slave Power, etc. Unc, minor toning. $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: U.S. Trade Tokens: 1866-89 //

528. US Constitution Centennial Medals, 1887. Two Centennial of the Federal Constitution medals. Odd design. "Adoption of the Federal" and then "Constitution" consists of ten stones forming an arch, "Sept 17, 1787" / "Centennial Celebration 1887" around Independence Hall. Rulau Ph-1, page 791. 21 mm, brass or gilt brass, one holed for suspension, Bright XF+. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: U.S. Trade Tokens: 1866-89 //Maverick Tokens (no location given) //

529. MV 303 o, 1874. Probably identifiable token with merchant name and "Established May 3rd 1874", reverse "Commercial Business Exchange From Ocean to Ocean 65 Offices". With such a large business, it should be easy to track down. Brass, nice XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Anniversary/Centennial/etc. //Anniversary Pinbacks (not tokens) //Agricultural //
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530. Mixed Lot of Maverick Centennials, etc. Souvenir Badge, County Fair; 4th of July badge; National Agriculture 2-part badge, top name-engraved, nice, unevenly toned; LaRochelle 1909 badge. Lot of 4, about VF-AU. $25.00-30.00+
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531. WI 410B-1d R10 UNIQUE COPPER-NICKEL. GEM PROOF, FANTASTIC and exceptionally CHOICE, Bright, Lustrous, no spots or problems. FULLY GEM. $1000.00-2000.00+
COMMENT: ex-World Exonumia 1999 sale, lot 454, ex-Hartzog WI CWT collection, ex-Watson, ex-Fuld.
CrossRef: Countermarked Coins: US Merchant //Civil War Tokens--Storecards //CWT: By State: //
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532. Unlisted Civil War Storecard Countermark. "H. D. B." over "5" and a line from a prepared punch. This is the second known example, both appearing on 1858 flying eagle cents. Apparently the countermark turned the pieces into nickels, and these pieces are unlisted Civil War tokens. Obviously a bit difficult to research! 1858, small letters cent, bold XF mark on G/VG cent. Rare! $400.00-500.00+
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533. 508-510B Unlisted Breckenridge CWT Mule in Brass. Unlisted die pairing of Breckenridge. NCS certified/slabbed genuine. Brass, top hole as made, nice lightly toned Unc. RARE! $1500.00-2000.00+
CrossRef: Civil War Tokens--Patriotic //
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534. 509-509A UNLISTED John Bell MULE. Interesting unlisted mule of the two John Bell dies, Wealth of the South. NGC Slabbed AU 58. NOT holed. BRASS. Rotated die. $1000.00-1500.00+
CrossRef: Civil War Tokens--Patriotic //
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535. 511-514 Wealth of The South. Brass, not holed. NGC slabbed MS-62. Nicely toned. $500.00-750.00+
CrossRef: AOUW - Ancient Order of United Workmen //

536. Ancient Order of United Workmen Grand Lodge Badge, ca. 1900. Ribbon hanger with "C. H. P." from which is hanging a brass Bible, and a blue ribbon. Attached to its bottom is a bar "Member Grand Lodge" and below that is a 53 mm, brass medal AOUW shield, anchor, and motto. 5.25 inches. XF, detached from lower ribbon. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: AOUW - Ancient Order of United Workmen //

537. Ancient Order of United Workmen Grand Lodge Medal, ca. 1900. AOUW shield, anchor, and motto. In the upper right portion of the shield has been attached a multi-masted schooner, which is the symbol of the state for which this medal was issued. 51 mm, gilt bronze. Nice. AU. $15.00-20.00+
CrossRef: AOUW - Ancient Order of United Workmen //

538. Ancient Order of United Workmen. Two enameled gilt shells, enameled blue belt around relief anchor and shield in red, white and blue "AOUW" / Similar, but entirely gold without enameled belt. 30 mm, integral loop. XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: AOUW - Ancient Order of United Workmen //Watch Fobs //
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539. Ancient Order of United Workmen Watchfob. Wreath around circle of white enamel containing red and blue enameled anchor and shield "AOUW" / Wreath with center blank for engraving. 25 mm, integral loop. XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Billiken //Jester, Royal Order of //Swastika - good luck //
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540. Billiken Holding Swastika Shriners Past Director Badge. Three-part badge. "Raleigh E. Andrie" engraved on hanger reading "Past" from which is suspended another hanger reading "Director" and below that is a 35 mm medal "Royal Order of Jesters Mirth is King" around Billiken holding enameled swastika and on feet is enameled "14" All this is suspended by a very long purple ribbon. $50.00-65.00+
CrossRef: Eagles FOE Fraternal Order of Eagles //Clasped Hands/Handshake //Celluloid - cello //
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541. Eagles Fraternal Badge, ca. 1900. Shaking hands on hanger, with "member" bar suspended below, and Eagle on gilt bronze wreath around multi-colored "FOE" and eagle celluloid. 4.5 inches, XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Elks - BPOE //
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542. Large Elks Badge, ca. 1915. Gilt bronze "District Deputy G.E.R." (Grand Exhalted Ruler) badge from which is suspended 45 mm, high relief medal elk's head "B.P.O.E.", Robins Co, XF.
CrossRef: Farm Related (Tractor/Plow/etc.) //Agricultural //Other Fraternal Issuers //

543. Farmers Union Enameled Pin, ca. 1900. Blue, green and pink enameled pin. "Farmers Educational and Co-Operative Union of America" around plow, rake and hoe. By St. Louis Button Co. 17mm. Made for insertion in button hole, XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Foresters IOF Independent Order of Foresters //Hand-Engraved Tokens //
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544. Engraved Forester Multi-Part Badge, ca. 1900. Eagle seated on oval bar, which is hand engraved "Roy Jackman" From it is suspended a small, red enameled circular monogram. Also suspended is a second bar, from which hangs impressive Forester symbolism, consisting of wreath on which is a 5-pointed star, enameled in red, white and blue with stag head in center, high relief. Very nice. 3.5 inches. XF+. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Celluloid - cello //
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545. Generic Odd Fellows Lodge Ribbon, ca. 1900. Two-sided ribbon with metallic fringe. Large hanger "I.O.O.F." eye and rings in gold from which is suspended small white ribbon with laid on crossed red, white and blue flags from which is suspended multi-colored celluloid in brass circle "Independent Order of Odd Fellows" rings and eye. Reverse is silver on black "In Memoriam" etc. 5.5 inches, XF.
CrossRef: IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Celluloid - cello //

546. Two Vintage Odd Fellows Celluloid Buttons, ca. 1900. Two different Odd Fellows rings over eye celluloid pinbacks, both with paper inserts. Multi-colored, 33 mm. two pieces, XF. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Canada Badges/Ribbons //Stickpin //British Columbia //
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547. Canada. British Columbia Odd Fellows Stickpin, ca. 1900. Red, Green and White enameled B.C. shield "I.O.O.F." 12 mm. Nice. $25.00-50.00+
CrossRef: IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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548. Vintage Odd Fellow Badge. Brass "Souvenir" bar from which is suspended "Celebration Independent Order Odd Fellows" etc., no city/state. 2.25 inches, Unc. $15.00-20.00+
CrossRef: IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Rebekah Lodge - IOOF //
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549. Unusual Odd Fellows Rebekah Medal. Green and pink ribbon bar from which is suspended beehive with Rebekah symbols of dove, etc. / "F L T" around detailed Odd Fellows seal, oath, etc. 40 mm, appears to be silver. Nice medal, XF/AU. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Knights of Columbus KoC //Columbus: Chistopher Columbus //
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550. Columbus Landing Knights of Columbus: Athletic Medal, ca. 1910. Columbus landing medal unlisted by Rulau. "Judge at Finish" hand engraved on top gilt bronze hanger from which is suspended medal by yellow and white ribbon. Columbus and conquistadors holding flags and weapons, "K of C A A" By Dunns, NY. Hanger and medal (32 mm) are gilt bronze. 3.25 inches. XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Knights of the Maccabees KoM //Military: Non-GAR CW Vet Organizations //
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551. Knights of the Maccabees Veteran Medal of Merit Award, ca. 1900. "KOTM U. R." on bronze hanger, from which is suspended "Veteran" bar, from which is suspended 38 mm bronze medal. "Loyalty Faithfulness" around crossed swords over Maccabee tent, rev: "Presented by the Supreme Division Uniform Rank Knights of the Maccabees of the World for Faithfulness and Merit" By Childs. 3.25 inches. XF. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Knights of the Maccabees KoM //Celluloid - cello //
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552. Five Knights of the Maccabees Multi-Part Lodge Badges, ca. 1900. Knights of the Maccabee badges that picture an elaborate temple, but do not identify it. (Perceptive bidders may be able to tell where it is from). Hanger with "K.O.T.M." and Maccabees tent, from which hangs wreath within which is the Maccabees motto, and in center is celluloid button showing a four-story, five domed temple, mostly in gold on silver background. 4 inches, five pieces, one with caduceus hanger. About VF/XF, one pin broken. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Knights of the Maccabees KoM //

553. Set of Knights of the Maccabees Multi-Part Lodge Badges, ca. 1900. Set of three Knights of the Maccabees badges that picture an elaborate temple, but do not identify it. (Perceptive bidders should be able to tell where these are from). Hanger with Maccabee tent and logo from which hangs wreath within which is "The Maccabees" and multi-colored temple. Also from the hanger is either suspended crossed swords or bugle. 4 inches, three pieces, XF.
CrossRef: Knights of the Maccabees KoM //Hand-Engraved Tokens //
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554. Incredible Hand Engraved Badge of the National Commander of the Maccabees, 1901. Hand engraved, two-part, heavy gilt badge. "Chas H. Tuthill P. C." engraved on top banner, from which is hung by two chains a circular globe marked with latitude and longitude lines, on which is "K O T M National Tent No. 1 Astra Castra Numen Lumen" In center is an engraved Maccabee tent with a hand pointing upward. Reverse is engraved "Commander Jan 1 to June 30 1901" 2 1/2 inches in length, heavy gilt. As made. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Knights of the Maccabees KoM //
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555. Knights of the Maccabees Past Commander Badge. Black, white, and green enameled tent and "The Macabees" on scroll and wreath hanger, from which is suspended ten-pointed star, in center is red, blue and white enameled "Past Commander The Maccabees" around Tent. Nice, gilt, 2.5 inches. XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Knights of Pythias KoP //

556. Two Knights of Pythias Heavy Badges, ca. 1874. Gilt brass hanger with place for engraving name, from which is suspended a large triangle of nickel-silver, 3 inches each side. On the triangle are attached the gilt brass letters "F" and "C" and "B" and large gilt brass oval "Knights of Pythias above plumed helmet over crossed axes and shield. 4 inches. Reverse is hallmarked "Copy Right 1874 S. S. Davis S. C. Supreme Lodge F. B. C." Second badge the same, but a bit smaller in size. Lot of two, both nice XF. Impressive pieces! $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Knights of Pythias KoP //Watch Fobs //
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557. Uniform Rank Knights of Pythias Gilt Mechanical Watch Chain Attachment, ca. 1900. Eagle sitting on helmet with face plate that opens. This is attached to a Maltese cross enameled in black, yellow, red, and blue "Knights of Pythias and "FCB" Reverse is Maltese cross in black enamel, with center being gold octagon with enameled white lily in center (part of enamel worm off), around is "H P U R" and ornamentation in black enamel. One of the most impressive types of American fraternal items! 1 1/3 inches, heavy gilt, loop at top. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Ku Klux Klan KKK //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //

558. Booklet: "Ku Klux Klan Tokens", 1977. By Research Associates, 20 pages, photos, price guide. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Luxembourg-American //Nazi (Germany) //Military: Peace, End of War, Liberation //Kings/Queens Non-England/France //
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559. Luxembourg. Nazi Liberation and Portrait of Charlotte Medal, 1945. Large medal for the Nazi liberation. High relief bust of Grand Duchess Charlotte (1919-1964) / Legend in oak wreath regarding Nazi occupation of 1940-1945. By Claus Cito. 70 mm, bronze. Choice XF. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins //Masonic: Shrine //
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560. Shriners Enameled Fez, ca. 1900. Medal in the shape of a fez enameled in red, white and black, with star and half-moon with small "T" suspended from scimitar in center of fez. 25 mm, brass, with integral loop.
CrossRef: Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins //

561. Thirty-Second Degree Mason Lapel Pin, 1903. Pink enameled cross, with "AASR Nov '03" in arms, "32" on green enameled triangle in center. 12 mm, screwback. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins //

562. Jeweled Masonic Lapel Pin, ca. 1910. Small scimitar from which is suspended white crescent with Egyptian head in center, below is a star with red garnet. 16 mm, screwback. XF $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Masonic: Medals //Masonic: Other (Glass, Souvenirs, etc.) //Ku Klux Klan KKK //Military: Confederate related //
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563. Large Masonic Medallion for Dedication of AASR Southern Temple, 1915. Large 4x2" by 3.5 mm rectangular bronze medal. "1801 1915" to Commemorate the Dedication of the House of the Temple Supreme Council A and ASR of Free Masonry of the Southern District of the Southern Jurisdiction USA Oct. 18, 1915", the temple, and four medallions of past grand commanders, including Albert Pike (who was a Confederate Brigdier General and KKK leader) / Two torches and 33 line list of 33rd degree Masons of the Southern Jurisdiction. XF, minor wear. $50.00-75.00+
COMMENT: See lot 1154 regarding Pike, KKK leader.
CrossRef: Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins // State of MI Michigan //Masonic: Shrine //
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564. MI Shriner Imperial Council Badges, 1937. Three badges. Large brass name bar "Detroit 1937" and Detroit temple above "63rd Imperial Council" and Shriner symbols from which is suspended red, yellow and green ribbon with gold letters "Committee" 3.75 inches. Three pieces in lot, about XF/AU. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Masonic: Shrine //
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565. Neat Shriners Camel and Scimitar Badge. Three-dimensional bronze camel suspended from scimitar. 40 mm, XF, $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Masonic: Shrine //

566. Shriners Past Potentate Tie Clip. Gilt bronze enameled red, white and blue "Past Potentate" and fez on gavel. 1.75 inches.
CrossRef: Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins //

567. Sixty Years a Mason Lapel Pin. Compass and Square, "G" in center, with "60 Years a Mason" below in blue enamel. 11 mm, screwback. XF $20.00-25.00+
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568. New England Fat Men's Club Ribbon. Brass name badge from which is suspended blue ribbon with gold letters "Membership Committee New England Fat Men's Club" 6 inches, AU. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Numismatists //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //

569. Patron Saint of Numismatists Medal, 1974. Hexagonal Medal of St. Eligius (588-639), patron of goldsmiths and numismatists. Eligius was the mintmaster of the Merovingian mint of Paris. "Sanctus Eligius" around Eligius seated before table, engraving coin die / "Patronus Numismatae" around reproduction of a Merovingian coin of Clotaire II (524-628) on which is Eligius' mark. By the Van Brook Mint of Lexington, Kentucky, in 1974. 40 mm, yellow-bronze patina. AU-BU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Patrons of Husbandry/Grange - P of H //Grain (also see Patrons of Husbandry) //Farm Related (Tractor/Plow/etc.) //
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570. Grange Shield Lapel Badge, ca. 1900. Gilt bronze shield for Patrons of Husbandry, sheaf of wheat "P of H" and plow, all incuse. Has an interesting, rustic character. Perhaps made locally. Pinback. 18 mm by 15 mm. Neat. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Red Men: Improved Order of Red Men IOORM //Indians/American Native Indians //

571. Red Men Member's Medal, ca. 1900. "T.O.T.E." above wreath around Native American in Plains Indian chief's headdress / "Improved Order of Red Men Member of Tribe No" and places to engrave information. 34 mm, gilt bronze, holed for suspension. Bright XF, some toning/spotting.
CrossRef: Sage //Numismatists // State of NY New York //
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572. Sage: Early Numismatist Medal. "Henry Bogert" around Bogert's bust / "A. B. Sage's Numismatic Gallery No. 2". Bogert was a New York City printer and early numismatist, whose collection was auctioned by Bangs, Merwin & Co. in 1859. He was immortalized in this medal not so much for his numismatic abilities as for being Sage's business associate! 30 mm, copper. Toned brown XF, reverse spot. $30.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Salvation Army //Celluloid - cello //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //

573. Photographic Memorial Badge for the Funeral of William Booth, Founder of the Salvation Army, 1912. "Farewell" on hanger from which is suspended two red ribbons "Our Beloved General," and in the center is a photograph of William Booth in roped brass frame. On the back of the ribbons are two cardboard advertisements reading in part, "The Sommer Badge M'f'g Co... Badges, Banners, Buttons, &c... Newark, N. J., Send Postal Card When in Need of Anything in Our Line." XF. $75.00-85.00+
CrossRef: Sons of American Revolution //Liberty Bell //
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574. Sons of the American Revolution Award Medal, ca. 1889. Thick, uniface medal with loop and large ring. Reverse is blank for engraving. "The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution" around "1776" Liberty bell, and Minute Man, one hand holding rifle and the other resting on plow. "Organized April 30, 1889" 44 mm, 3.5 mm thick bronze. Unc. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Sons of American Revolution //Washington, George Washington //Military: Peace, End of War, Liberation //Military: World War I //Military: WWI/WWII City/State Awards //

575. Sons of the American Revolution First World War Service Medal, 1919. "1776 1783 1917 1919" around wreathed Maltese cross with George Washington bust in center / Wreath around "Presented to Compatriot by the Sons of the American Revolution for Service in World War" (blank). Rulau (Washington) D-678, page 255. 32 mm, bronze with loop. XF/AU. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: US Mint Indian Peace Medals //US Mint Medals in general //Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson //Indian Peace Medals //
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576. Historic and Important Jefferson SILVER Shell Indian Peace Medal, 1801. Thomas Jefferson Indian Peace Medal, a Silver Shell. Julian IP-4, Belden 17, Prucha 39b, 39.56gm, 55mm wide. With original top loop (found separately and replaced), excavated on private property some years ago and new to the market. Probably one of the medals presented by Lewis and Clark on their expedition. The Jefferson silver medals have long been widely collected and appreciated as the finest work of the new US Mint in the Indian Peace medal series. They were fashioned by striking thin silver medals from dies made by John Reich, then paired together with a German-silver band or collar around the rim. Joseph Richardson Jr., Mint assayer and silversmith would have done the work to produce these important medals for presentation to Indian Chiefs, at the time of treaty signing and by Lewis and Clark as important gifts to symbolize the peaceful intentions of the expedition. Lewis and Clark carried three of the large Jefferson medals, 13 of the middle, and either 15 or 16 of this, the smallest sized Jefferson medal (accounts are not fully clear), as well as 55 of the Washington Seasons peace medals. Interestingly, Gunselman and Sprague, in an account of the discovery of one of these Jefferson medals in an Indian grave in 1964, account for the dispersal of each sized medal by the expedition, by date. They also report there were minor differences in the outer edge of the Jefferson medals, and in the type of top loop. Traditionally the Jefferson Peace medals as silver shells have been explained by the report that the Mint did not have presses large enough to stamp them as solid medals at that time. The silver shells were placed back to back with a German silver band holding the two halves, with the attachment of a pillar and ring at the top. Little known by most numismatists is the variation in the attachment of the pillar, fob and ring. The type of top loop and alignment of the loop are inconsistent on known examples, indicating hand finishing, repairs or different lots. This example, when excavated, was found nearby the pillar and ring, and were reunited by the finder with glue. Many of the known examples of these medals are found missing the pillar and have been punched with a hole, for a ring or string. There are three basic tops, a pillar and ring such as on this example, and heavy and light top rings, attached either parallel to or at a right angle to the medal. Sprague reports "...a strong relationship, not necessarily one to one, between medals with the square pillar and the medals carried by Lewis and Clark", and "Those medals, for which there is strong evidence for a genuine American Indian context, show a strong tendency to be of the heavy, square pillar type". That, and the reported location of this find, indicate strongly this is one of the Lewis and Clark examples, an important historical find. At this late date it is not possible to point to a specific Indian who got this, unfortunately! And, while Julian reports that the late Byron Johnson stated at least one of the Jefferson shell medals was excavated with a wooden core, none are currently known with any material inside the silver shells. This example has the well machined pillar, however as noted above, the original alignment may have been different. Julian pictures the two smaller sized medals without any loop or pillar. Belden pictures the large size medal with a similar shaped pillar to this, but slightly larger. Prucha pictures the 105 and 55mm sizes with a simple loop. The ANS specimen of the 103mm example (1923.52.11) shows a similar pillar and loop to this example, while the ANS 54.5mm example has only a simple loop. One of the most important of all Indian Peace medals, the Jefferson is the first struck medal in the Mint series, and is in the rare shell format. Probably awarded to an Indian by Lewis and Clark in their expedition. Under Jefferson, the United States grew by its largest purchase, and these medals played an important part as gifts to Indians in the new territory. They were highly prized by the recipients, handed down through generations, or buried with the owners. Peace medals were a badge of honor to the Indians, and a sign to all that the wearer was a friend to the Americans. This medal was excavated on private property many years ago and was cleaned and brushed, and is now toning nicely to a rich, golden tan. Very choice and excellent Extremely Fine with just some minor wear. A small rim ding obverse above "T" in "The", and two trivial rim dings reverse at the right hand, and at "I" will serve to identify this example to future researchers. Some minor scratches to the right of Jefferson's head. With some very mild surface dents, as are very usual to these thin shell medals. The joined edges of the rim meet 3mm to the left of the center of the pillar. This has been authenticated by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, the only recommended authenticator of Peace medals (1844151-001). $40000.00-45000.00+
COMMENT: Gunselman and Sprague also list all then-known examples of all three sizes of the Jefferson medal in collections, with just three examples of this 55mm size with the same pillar: Nex Perce National Historical Park, American Museum of Natural History, Oklahoma Historical Society. Other medals are reported, but not with the pillar and ring.
CrossRef: US Mint Indian Peace Medals //Indian Peace Medals //

577. SILVER John Adams Indian Peace Medal, 1797. By Moritz Furst. None were specifically struck for Indians in any metal. However, Belden states at least one "...shows evidence of wear, and was probably given to some Indian". Apparently all were struck after 1846, as the reverse die was made then. Struck with Type I reverse, probably struck late 19th century. Silver, 51.05mm, 2.8mm thick, original top hole for suspension, 69.12gr, 10.47 specific gravity (RVC). Lightly toned VF/XF, some light scratches in fields, minor damage above bust. Original matte finish, polished. $5000.00-7500.00+
COMMENT: None in Garrett, Dreyfuss or Schenkel. Ex-World Exonumia 1999 sale, lot 1051, $1980.
CrossRef: US Mint Indian Peace Medals //Indian Peace Medals //

578. IP-44 James A. Garfield Oval Silver Indian Peace Medal, 1881. By Charles Barber and George Morgan. Very rare silver oval Indian Peace Medal. One of four similar silver oval IP medals in this sale, all from the World Exonumia 1991 sale, where they first appeared on the numismatic market. Obverse bust left, legend around "James A. Garfield President of the United States 1881". Reverse scene of a farmer showing an Indian Chief the benefits of civilization, with wreath encircling a crossed peace pipe and tomahawk. The Arthur medal in Beldon has a similar top loop, although it appears to be somewhat smaller than the loops on these medals. Noted authority John J. Ford Jr. examined these silver medals in 1991 and suggested they were struck on cast planchets. It was common practice to cast planchets when small quantities were needed, rather than going through the lengthy process of rolling ingots out into strips. These oval IP medals show signs of double striking, with all having pronounced high wire rims. Wire rims are rarely if ever seen on silver medals for presentation to Indians, as the rim would quickly be damaged. Consequently these were undoubtedly struck for a collector. It is quite interesting to note that no other similar pieces have shown up in the past century. All four are struck from the new reverse die without the date "1877", which was made in 1879. The similar fabric of these four pieces does create a mystery! While these ovals appear to be struck about the same time, Ford suggested they were probably struck around 1890-95. SILVER, 59.4x75.6mm oval, 6.5 to 7.4 thick, 195.80gr, 10.38 specific gravity (RVC). Heavy loop soldered on top perpendicular. Belden 59. Choice XF, lightly toned, very slight wear on high points, matte fields. Almost complete wire edge obv and rev, high and pronounced obv 3/4. All the these ovals have a faint, thin "S" in the field between the chimney and settler's head. $5000.00-10000.00+
COMMENT: ex-Dr. William C. Bridge of Elgin, IL, ex-World Exonumia 1991 auction, ex-Private Collection. Specific gravities done by Dr. F. Duane Ingram, of Rock Valley College (RVC).
CrossRef: US Mint Indian Peace Medals //Indian Peace Medals //

579. IP-45 Chester A. Arthur Oval Silver Indian Peace Medal, 1881. By C.E. Barber. Legend around bust right "Chester A. Arthur President of the United States 1881", same reverse die as Garfield, thin "S". Large top loop attached perpendicular to top of medal. Belden 60. Choice XF, lightly toned, slight cabinet rub on high points. Almost complete high wire edge. Traces of obverse die rust, some micro-holes as if struck from a cast planchet. Silver, 59.5x76mm oval, 6.9mm thick, 196.60gr, 10.41 specific gravity (RVC). $5000.00-10000.00+
COMMENT: ex-Bridges, ex-WE 1991 sale, ex-Private Collection. Extremely rare, probably unique! Only one known original silver, sold in Dreyfuss for $16,000. Ford stated "Cast Planchet" for this specimen.
CrossRef: US Mint Indian Peace Medals //Indian Peace Medals //

580. IP-46 Grover Cleveland Oval Silver Indian Peace Medal, 1885. By Charles Barber and George Morgan. Similar to previous, legend around bust right "Grover Cleveland President U.S.A. 1885", same reverse die, with thin "S". Almost complete wire rim, pronounced obverse-left, complete on reverse. Silver, 59.4x75.5mm oval, 6.3 to 7.5mm thick, 193.98gr, 10.39 specific gravity (RVC), top hole. Belden 61. Choice XF, lightly toned. $5000.00-10000.00+
COMMENT: ex-Bridges, ex-WE 1991 sale, ex-Private Collection. Extremely rare, probably unique! Ford stated "Probably on rolled planchet."
CrossRef: US Mint Indian Peace Medals //Indian Peace Medals //

581. IP-47 Benjamin Harrison Oval Silver Indian Peace Medal, 1889. By Charles Barber and George Morgan. Similar to previous legend around bust left "Benjamin Harrison President U.S.A. 1889", same reverse with "S". Almost complete wire rim, pronounced obverse right, reverse top. Light reverse die rust, heavy silver oxide. With heavy top loop perpendicular to medal, smallest loop of the four medals. Silver, 59.4x75.5mm oval, 5.7 to 6.6mm thick, 193.75gr, 10.40 specific gravity (RVC). Belden62. Choice XF, lightly toned. $5000.00-10000.00+
COMMENT: ex-Bridges, ex-WE 1991 sale, ex-Private Collection. Extremely rare, probably unique! Julian states none of the Harrison pieces was issued in silver or bronze to Indians, all were made and sold to collectors. Ford stated "Rolled planchet".
CrossRef: Woodmen of the World //

582. Woodmen Brazen Coins, ca. 1900. Two brazen coins. "Modern Woodmen of America" around shield / "Brazen Coin" crossed axes and either "$1000" or "$2000" 32 mm, copper. Two pieces, VF & Unc. $10.00-15.00+
CrossRef: Woodmen of the World //

583. Woodmen Pennies, ca. 1900. Four copper or brass Woodmen pennies. Sun, scales "One Penny" / Wreathed bird, log and axe, etc. 27 mm. Four pieces, about VF/XF.
CrossRef: Woodmen of the World //
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584. Oversized Woodmen's Lodge Badge, ca. 1915. Crossed axes on log hanger from which is suspended very large, 55 mm aluminum medal. Wreath "Dum Tacet Clamat" around Woodmen symbols. XF, toned. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Woodmen of the World // State of SD South Dakota //Celluloid - cello //
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585. SD Impressive Redfield Woodmen's Lodge Ribbon, ca. 1920. Two-sided large ribbon with metallic fringe. Red, white and green with silver letters "Redfield Camp No. 2070 M.W. of A. Redfield, South Dakota" and in center celluloid "Modern Woodmen of America" around yellow, red and black shield. Reverse silver on black. 8 inches, XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Woodmen of the World //

586. Group of Woodmen Medals. Seven round, one oval Woodmen medals. Two coin tests. Six medals with Woodmen busts. One dated 1913, one 1914, and two 1940. Eight total. Mostly XF, one poor. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Other Fraternal Issuers //Clasped Hands/Handshake //Union //

587. Bricklayers Enameled Union Lapel Pin, ca. 1920. "Int'l Brick Tile & Terra Cotta Workers Alliance Label" around triangle containing "B T T" and clasped hands. White red and blue enameled, old- style lapel pin with large, screw back marked "Natl. Seal & Stp. Workers Baltimore, Registered Union Label" around a shield. Nice XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Other Fraternal Issuers //Railroad //Train/Locomotive //
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588. Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers pin, ca. 1890. Red, white and blue enameled, cutout pin. Crescent moon with star below. "GI A to B LE" and "FLCHP" on star, Grand International Auxiliary of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, XF. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Other Fraternal Issuers //
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589. Cross on Crossed Swords Fraternal Regalia, 1924. Large piece of regalia. Eagle on blue enameled cross emerging from enameled clouds, surrounded by rays and wreath, crossed swords in background. From this is hanging crossed gavels. No indication of organization, but back reads "Copyright 1924 Rose Lipp Regalia Co." 5.5 inches. XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Other Fraternal Issuers //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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590. Daughters of America Multi-Part Badge, ca. 1910. "L L & P" from which is suspended "Harmony 7 Council" and from red and white ribbon is suspended American eagle above shield on which is "D of A" and Bible. 3.25 inches. XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Other Fraternal Issuers //

591. PDC BIA Enameled Silver Lapel Pin, ca. 1910. Silver pin in shape of ornate shield, enameled light blue on top "PDC" and dark blue on bottom "BIA" Marked "Sterling" by Bastian Bros., Rochester, NY. 20 mm, pinback.
CrossRef: Other Fraternal Issuers //Celluloid - cello //Whitehead and Hoag //Masonic: Pinbacks - celluloid //

592. United Commercial Travelers of America Pinback, ca. 1896. Brown on light yellow photographic pinback. "F. X. Gravel, Grand Counselor U. C. T. of A." around man in business suit, wearing bowtie. XF, but likely had a ribbon at one time. By Whitehead and Hoag. 32 mm, XF.
CrossRef: Other Fraternal Issuers //Masonic: Medals //
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593. United Commercial Travelers Supreme Council Medal, 1914. Chocolate bronze "Supreme Council" bar with "UCT" monogram. Blue, white and yellow ribbon with worn gold letters "27th Annual Meeting June 26-27, 1914" from which is suspended a 29 mm chocolate bronze medal "The Order of United Commercial Travelers of America Levy Cary Pease" around bust in business suit. By Auld, Columbus, Ohio. XF, but ribbon frayed. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Other Fraternal Issuers //Knights of Pythias KoP //Moose: Loyal Order of Moose LOOM //Foresters IOF Independent Order of Foresters //

594. Group of Mint Sample Fraternal Membership Medals. Group of five membership medals for different fraternal organizations, intended as salesmen's samples as they all are the same size and composition with version of "Member of" reverses. 1) Knights of Pythias. 2) Foresters. 3) Moose. 4) Royal Arcanum. 5) Jr. American Mechanics. All 34 mm, appear to be silvered brass, two with reeded edges. Five pieces in lot. $15.00-20.00+
CrossRef: Other Fraternal Issuers //Celluloid - cello //
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595. Lot of Miscellaneous Fraternal Items. Eighteen pieces, including badges, celluloids, pins and medals. Most quite nice, but generic. $10.00-20.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Quebec //
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596. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal LeRoux-1674, 1877. "Souvenir du pelerinage a Sainte Anne de Beaupre" around the original, small church with one steeple "Fonde en 1600" / "Sainte Anne patronne de la province de Quebec 1877" around seated saint instructing child. LeRoux-1674. Copper, 23 x 14 with integral loop, but unholed! The style of this crudely executed medal is unlike other St. Anne de Beaupre medals. Red AU-uncirculated in terms of wear, but numerous small pits on reverse as a result of badly made planchet, which has caused a number of small spots. Scarce! $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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597. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal Unlisted in LeRoux, 1877. "Pelerinage de piete a Ste Anne de Beaupre" around the original, small church with one steeple, and very small building (a shire?) at its side "Fonde en 1600" / Patronne Sainte Anne du Canada 1877" around seated saint instructing child. "Enregt 1877" around hole on the integral loop (unusual). Unlisted in LeRoux. 29 mm, white metal. Well toned XF with minor discoloration one side. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Quebec //

598. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal LeRoux-1689, ca. 1880. "Sanctuaire de Sainte Anne de Beaupre" around view of church with two prominent steeples, statue of St. Anne on roof between them, / "Bonne Sainte Anne priez pour nous" around child standing before seated saint, who is pointing to a passage in a Bible held in her lap. LeRoux-1689. In shape of elaborate cross with medallion in center. 47 mm, silvered white metal with integral loop. Most of silvering remains. Some staining, XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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599. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal LeRoux-1691, ca. 1880. "Souvenir du Pelerinage de N. D. de Beaupre" around 3/4 side view of church with two prominent steeples, statue of St. Anne on roof between them, 3/4 side view / Ornamental cartouche around "Bonne Sainte Anne priez pour nous" around saint holding child. LeRoux-1691. 47 mm, brass, with integral loop. Sharp XF/AU, minor spots reverse. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Quebec //
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600. Canada, Quebec. 2 St. Anne Medals LeRoux-1692, ca. 1880. "Eglise de St. Anne de Beaupre" around facing view of church with two prominent steeples, statue of St. Anne on roof between them, 3/4 side view / "Bonne Sainte Anne priez pour nous" around saint holding child. LeRoux-1692. Two oval medals, both 20 x 25 mm with integral top loops. One brass; other silvered brass with light reverse staining. XF. 2pcs. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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601. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal LeRoux-1695, ca. 1880. "Bonne Sainte Anne priez pour nous" around saint holding child / Six line legend "Souvenir de Ste Anne de Beaupre" Two different size of LeRoux-1695 oval medals. 24 x 18 mm and 19 x 16 mm. Brass, with integral loops. AU. 2pcs. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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602. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal LeRoux-1699, ca. 1880. "Sanctuaire de Sainte Anne de Beaupre" around 3/4 sideview of church with two prominent steeples, statue of St. Anne on roof between them (engraved so that the perspective is not quite right) / "Bonne Sainte Anne priez pour nous" around standing saint holding child. By "S R" in script. Oval medal. LeRoux-1699. 33 x 26 with integral loop. Brass, mostly brown. Choice XF. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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603. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal LeRoux-1699, ca. 1880. "Sanctuaire de Sainte Anne de Beaupre" around 3/4 sideview of church with two prominent steeples, statue of St. Anne on roof between them (engraved so that the perspective is not quite right) / "Bonne Sainte Anne priez pour nous" around standing saint holding child. By "S R" in script. Oval medal. LeRoux-1699. 33 x 26 with integral loop. Brass. Bright AU, small spots reverse. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Quebec //
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604. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal LeRoux-1704, ca. 1880. "Sanctuaire de Sainte Anne de Beaupre" around view of church with two prominent steeples, statue of St. Anne on roof between them / "O bonne Sainte Anne priez pour nous" around saint holding child. LeRoux-1704. In shape of elaborate cross with medallion in center. 47 mm, silvered brass with integral loop. XF/AU. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //

605. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal LeRoux-1708, ca. 1880. "O bonne Sainte Anne priez pour nous" around seated saint holding child / "Souvenir de Ste Anne de Beaupre" around view of church with two prominent steeples, statue of St. Anne on roof between them. LeRoux-1708 in shape of elaborate cartouche. 22 mm, silvered white metal. VF-XF with reverse staining. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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606. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medal Unlisted in LeRoux, ca. 1895. Cartouche shaped medal in style of other St. Anne "S R" medals listed by LeRoux, but this piece not listed. "Souvenir de Pelerinage a la bonne Ste Anne" signed "S R" in script below / "Bonne Sainte Anne priez pour nous" around standing saint holding child. 31 x 26 mm, silvered brass, about half of silvering remains. AU. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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607. Canada, Quebec. Two St. Anne Medals, ca. 1900. "Eglise de St. Anne de Beaupre" around 3/4 sideview of church with two prominent steeples, statue of St. Anne on roof between them, 3/4 sideview / "Bonne Ste Anne priez pour nous" around saint holding child. Not in LeRoux and probably early 20th century. Two circular medals with serrated edges. 23 mm and 32 mm, brass with integral loops. Bright AU, a few minor dings in fields. 2pcs. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //

608. Canada, Quebec. St. Anne Medals. Group of 6 small St. Anne of Beaupre medals, all with church and standing saint. The smallest may have been missed by LeRoux, and the others are early twentieth century. Two round, two cartouche, all with integral loops. 16 mm to 22 mm. Two silvered brass, one brass, one nickel? and one aluminum. XF-AU, but a couple of weak strikes, which is what makes St. Anne medals hard to accurately describe. A sixth piece of uncertain date, brass, with usual inscription, but ending "P. P. N." and 3/4th bust of saint holding child. 6pcs. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //France //
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609. Canada. Silver French St. Anne Medal. Silver St. Anne medal made in France, more detailed and of different type than the medals made in Canada that are listed here. "Saint Anne de Beaupre P.N.N." half figure of saint in ornate crown, holding crowned and praying child with halo in one hand, and holding up the other hand in benediction / Detailed engraving of church, 1/2 facing from the left side. All other St. Anne medals listed here have the church seen from the right side. Signed "Karo" and "AR" indicating silver. 29 mm, silver with integral loop, with some yellow and blue toning. AU $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //HTT: Merchant Storecard Hard Times Token //Ship/Sailing/Nautical //
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610. Canada / United States. Ships Colonies Commerce Token, 1839. Canadian "Ships Colonies Commerce" token with sailing ship on reverse with the American flag. Signed "W&B NY" and minted by Wright & Bale of New York City in 1839. Charlton-PE-10E1. So this is a Hard Times era token meant for circulation in Quebec. About Good, probably cleaned long ago. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Canada: General //Medicine/Medical //
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611. Montreal Maternity Hospital, ca. 1843. Ornate shield center, legend around, founding date of 1843. Toned red Copper, 30mm, uniface. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Game Counters (non-U.S.) //Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //
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612. Canada. Game Counter Showing Cards, ca. 1860. Interesting early counter struck on flan larger than die. Nine cards with ace of hearts in center / Nine cards with king of hearts in center. Br-572. Rulau-Fuld Misc-1. Made in Birmingham, England. Flan 30 mm, bronze, but die noticeably smaller. Choice brown XF. $30.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Drug/Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical //Countermarked Coins: Canada Merchant //
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613. Montreal: Devins & Bolton STRUCK TOKEN. This is a rare escapee from the shipment of newly minted tokens sent from England, which was confiscated by Canadian customs because they were such a close copy of the Canadian large cent. Most were destroyed and only a few remain. "Devins & Bolton/Use/Devins'/Vegetable/Worms/Pastilles/July 1st/1867/Druggists, Montreal"; rev: "Dominion of Canada/(bust left)/Province of Quebec", Choice Most Red AU/Unc. $200.00-225.00+
COMMENT: Brunk paid $95 years ago!
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Numismatists //Quebec //
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614. Canada. Token of the LeRoux Coin Cabinet. Br-585. Dr. Joseph LeRoux (1849-1904) was a Montreal numismatist who published a monthly journal and a number of books on Canadian coins, medals, and tokens in the 1880s and 1890s, including "Le medallieur du Canada," which is cited in a number of other lots. Toned Red AU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //College/University/School (not award) //Papal/Vatican/Pope //Quebec //
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615. Canada. University Medal, ca. 1870. "Mater-Tvos Ocvlos ad Nos Converte" around saint, arms spread in benediction toward those kneeling at her feet / Triangular, university shield in center of two line legend in Latin, partly in abbreviations, but also with the name of Pope Pius IX (1846-1878). 30 mm, N-S with integral loop. Unc., toned. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Award (other than listed) //School Award/Medal of Merit //Quebec //
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616. Canada. Montreal Theological Institute Award Medal, 1873. "Coll. Theol. Dioeclesis Montrealensis 1875" around bishop's cap over two shields / "Arte. Praedicandi Feliciter Exculta" around wreath enclosing "A. M. Gault Donatit" and scroll for engraving recipient's name. Not in LeRoux. Toned Red Unc. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Fests: Sangerfest/Music/Saengerfest/Volksfest/Gedenkfest //Quebec //
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617. Canada. St. John the Baptist Festival Medal, 1878. Inscription for 1878 Festival of St. John the Baptist around seated saint (die crack across third of metal) / "Souvenir" within wreath. LeRoux-1733. 22 mm, silvered white metal. XF for wear, but weak strike, dark. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Canada: General //Numismatists //Ancient coins/Roman coins/Greek coins copy copies //
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618. Canada. Trial Strike of Early Numismatic Medal, ca. 1880. Uniface, trial strike of a medal for the Canadian Archaeological and Numismatic Society. "Numismaticae Archeologicae Marianopolitanae Societatis Sicillum" around oil lamp, beaver, other symbols, and reproductions of two coins -- an ancient tetradrachm of Athens and a Victoria, young head Canadian cent. Nice design. Related to LeRoux 1610-1612. 27 mm, copper. Reverse fully blank. Toned Red AU. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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619. Canada, Quebec. St. Marguerite Medal Listed in LeRoux, ca. 1880. Legend around Sarcophagus of St. Marguerite / Legend around Mary holding Jesus. LeRoux-1321. 22 mm, brass with integral loop. XF/AU. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Canada: General //Athletics (other than listed) //
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620. Canada. Rare Trial Strike of AAU Medal, 1883. "Canadian Amateur Athletic Union Medal" with Nike crowning athlete on bended knee, to right is complicated shield composed of the arms of all the provinces then in the Confederation, "MDCCCXXXIII" below. Uniface, possibly a trial strike. 31 mm, bronze, chocolate. Unc. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //Carnival //Palaces: Coal/Ice/Corn/Grass/etc. //
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621. Montreal Winter Carnival Medal, 1884. Beaver above "Souvenir Montreal Carnival 1884" / Icicles above elaborate palace with multiple turrets above "Ice Palace" By Ellis. LeRoux-1146. 30 mm, white metal, holed for suspension. Interesting ghosting effect caused by toning. Toned XF/AU, scratches around top hole. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Athletics (other than listed) //School Award/Medal of Merit //Ontario //
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622. Canada. Intercollegiate Athletics Championship Medals, ca. 1885. Two medals: Legend around shields of McGill and Toronto Universities / Wreath. LeRoux- 631. In both copper and white metal, 32 mm. Two medals in lot. AU-Unc. $50.00-65.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Canada Badges/Ribbons //Watch Fobs //Unusual Shape //
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623. Canada. Maltese Cross Victoria Jubilee Medal/Watch-fob, 1887. Maltese cross-shaped medal for the 50th anniversary of Queen Victoria's rule. Veiled bust of queen in center medallion, dates of important events of her life on the segments of the cross. Fob-type with "Regd No 52773" on rectangular loop for leather strap or ribbon. Odd medal, LeRoux-1874. 40 mm, bright brass. Unc. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Watch Fobs //Unusual Shape //
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624. Canada. Maltese Cross Victoria Jubilee Medal/Watch-fob, 1887. Maltese cross-shaped medal/watch-fob for the 50th anniversary of Queen Victoria's rule. Veiled bust of queen in center medallion, dates of important events of her life on the segments of the cross. Fob-type with "Regd No 52773" on rectangular loop for leather strap or ribbon. Odd medal, LeRoux-1874. 40 mm, silvered brass. XF/AU. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ontario //School/School Lunchroom //Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //
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625. Toronto School Medal, ca. 1890. "Toronto Public School Board" around maple wreath around beaver sitting on shield / Wreath of flowers around oil lamp over "Four Years Good Conduct Punctuality Regular Diligence" By P. W. Ellis & Co. LeRoux-1331A. 34 mm, bronze. Choice Brown Unc. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Canada: General //Ontario //School/School Lunchroom //
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626. Toronto School Medal Trial Strike, ca. 1890. "Toronto Public School Board" around maple wreath around beaver sitting on shield / Wreath of flowers around oil lamp over "8 Years Good Conduct Punctuality Regular Diligence" By P. W. Ellis & Co. LeRoux-1331b, but in white metal. In their extensive examination of Toronto School Medals, Snell and Irwin reported that only bronze and silver medals were issued. So this seems to be a trial strike for the rarest of all Toronto School medals, which indicated perfect attendance was the maximum number of years that most people spent in formal schooling in the nineteenth century. Lightly toned AU, trivial edge dings. Rare. $100.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //

627. Canada. Two Tokens of Esteem. Wreath around bust right / "Token of Esteem" above crowned shield, "C N P" B-C599. 24 mm brass. F/XF. $15.00-20.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Other Fraternal Issuers //Manitoba //
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628. Canada, Winnipeg. St Andrew's Society Badge, ca. 1871. Multi-part badge. "St. Andrew's Society, Winnipeg, Inst'd 1871" from which is suspended outline of St. Andrew, holding cross, in wreath of thistles, and a blue and white ribbon. Total length 3 1/2 inches. XF. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ontario //School Award/Medal of Merit //
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629. Canada, Ontario. Paris Public School Medal, ca. 1880. "Paris Public School Awarded for Regularity Punctuality and Good Conduct", beaver, wreath / Wreath of flowers with oil lamp at top and place for engraving name. Unsigned, but similar in style to P. W. Ellis & Co. medals for Toronto schools. Not in LeRoux-1331A. 34 mm, bronze. Choice Unc. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ontario //Anniversary/Centennial/etc. //Expositions/Fairs Other Non-US. Exhibitions //
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630. Canada. Toronto Semi-Centennial and Industrial Exposition Medal, 1884. "Toronto Semi-Centennial Souvenir June, 1884" over panorama of original city with large wind-mill, "Toronto 1834" below / "Toronto Industrial Exposition Main Building" around building. By Ellis. 30 mm, White-metal, holed with claw clasp through hole for suspension. Bright XF+ $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Bicycles/Wheelman/LAW //
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631. Canadian Wheelmen's Bicycle Association Medal, ca. 1885. Beaver over "C W A" and maple leaf. Reverse blank. This medal of the bicycle organization founded in 1882 was identified in Ken Palmer's "The Canadian Wheelmen's Association" (TCNRS 1982: 11). 26 mm aluminum, proof with mirror fields, minor planchet defect left. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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632. Canada. Queen Victoria Jubilee Medal, 1887. Crown above cartouches containing young head "1837" and old head "1887" portraits of the Queen, "Victoria Regina" on ribbon below, margins full of maple leaves, thistles, roses and shamrocks / "Canada's Tribute, God Save the Queen" around large maple leaf and beaver, margins of wheat and wildflowers. By P. W. Ellis & Co., Toronto. 44 mm x 5 mm thick white metal with brass claw clamp. Lightly toned AU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Quebec //School Award/Medal of Merit //
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633. Canada. High School of Montreal, ca. 1890. Legend around crowned shield noting school's history in 8 lines; rev: "Place/Won By" with space for engraving. 33 mm, copper. Red Unc. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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634. Canada. Sacred Family Medal, ca. 1890. "Archiconfrerier de la Sainte Famille" around hearts of Jesus and Mary / Mary, Joseph and Jesus. Not in LeRoux. 32 mm, brass with integral loop. Bright, uncirculated. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Quebec //
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635. Canada, Quebec. Sanctuary of the Rosaries Medals, ca. 1890. Three different size medals. "Sanctuarie N. D. du T. S. Rosaire du Cap M." around small church with steeple. "1694" / "Reine du tres saint rosaire priez pour nous" around seated Mary, holding Jesus, and handing out rosaire beads to two kneeling saints. Not in LeRoux. 21 mm, 25 mm, and 32 mm, brass, bright. Three pieces, all with top loops, about XF/AU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Quebec //
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636. Canada. Bon Secours Church of Montreal, ca. 1890. "N. D. de bon Secours Prize pour Nous" around wreath of lilies in which is "Marie Euoile du Canada", "Ville-Marie" below / Ne de auxilliatreix priez pour nous" around standing Mary holding Jesus. Not in LeRoux. 33 mm, brass with integral loop. Bright AU. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //
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637. Canada. Garret's League Medal, 1896. "Garret's League Medal 1896" and two maple leaves. Reverse blank except for small "Sterling Ryrie?" maker's mark. 30 mm silver, Unc. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Library //Numismatists //Military: Revolutionary War //Quebec //
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638. Canada, Montreal. Chateau de Ramezay Library Medal, 1896. Large medal: Constructed by Claude de Ramazey, the Chateau de Ramezay served in succession as Headquarters of the Compagine des Indies, Headquarters of the British Continental Army of the Bostonians during the American Revolution, Residence of the Colonial Governor, National Museum and Portrait Gallery, and Montreal City Library. "Civil Library Inaugurated by H. J. Tiffin 1906" around Bust / "Chateau de Ramezay Museum and Library 1705-1896" around building with small horse-drawn carriage in front. Tiffin was a noted numismatist. By Stefano, Johnson, Milan, Italy. Breton-168. 50 mm, bronze, medium chocolate. Choice UNC, Proof-like. $70.00-85.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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639. Canada. 60th Anniversary of Queen Victoria Medal, 1897. "Victoria Queen and Empress 1837 1887" around crowned, veiled bust of Queen / "Canada" legend and "1897" around British arms in maple wreath. By "Quint Phila" 38 mm, aluminum, holed for suspension. XF, rim dings. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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640. Canada. 60th Anniversary of Queen Victoria Medal, 1897. "Queen's Jubilee Victoria Regina" around crowned, veiled bust of Queen / Elaborate arrangement of roses, thistles and maple leaves with "1837 1887 Canada" on three separate ribbons. By P. W. Ellis. Claw clasp removed from top. 34 mm, White-metal, fully bright Unc. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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641. Canada. 60th Anniversary of Queen Victoria Medal, 1897. High relief. "Victoria 1837 1897 Diamond Jubilee around crowned, veiled bust of Queen, "Queen and Empress" and "Registered" below / Shields of all the provinces with provincial names in very small letters around "Canada Congratulates Her Queen" By P. W. Ellis. 34 mm, Bright White-metal, some toning, AU. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Bi-Metals //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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642. Canada. 60th Anniversary of Queen Victoria Medal, 1897. Brass "Souvenir" bar from which is suspended faded red ribbon with gold letters "Victoria Queen and Empress Ascension 1837 Diamond Jubilee 1897" and below a bimetal medal consisting of 30 mm brass Maltese cross around a brass medal "60 Years Peace in Canada" around veiled queen's bust. 4 inches. XF/AU, bright. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Expositions/Fairs Other Non-US. Exhibitions //Ontario //
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643. Canada. Ontario Central Canada Exhibition Two Part Badge, 1898. Beaver on log "Souvenir" hanger from which is suspended a wreathed shield "Central Canadian Exhibition Sept. 18-24, Ottawa, Ont. 1898" around maple leaf. By Schwaab. Gilt brass, 2 inches total. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //
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644. Canada, Quebec: Semi-Centennial MSC Bene Merenti Medal, 1898. The phrase "Bene Merenti" (To the Well Deserving) appears on Catholic and Quebec patriotic medals, but we have not been able to ascertain the meaning of "MSC" and the significance of its semi-centennial. "1848 1898" around MSC monogram / "Bene Merenti 50" over maple wreath. Apparently unlisted. Copper, 31 mm. Toned XF/AU. $30.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Other Fraternal Issuers //Clasped Hands/Handshake //
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645. Canada. Pritchard & Andrews Token Trial Strikes, ca. 1899. Two trial strikes. "Labor Omnia Vinci, Ottawa" around shaking hands. 27 mm, aluminum. And: "C. L. P. 1899" 25 mm, aluminum. Both reverses are blank except for "Pritchard & Andrews - Ottawa" in small letters on bottom. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Game Counters (non-U.S.) //Stickpin //Ontario //
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646. Canada. Ottawa French-Canadian Institute Medal, 1899. "Institut Canadien Francaise Ottawa / "Souvenir de la Tombola 1899" Tombola is a card game. Medal is related to LeRoux-1070. 30 mm, aluminum, holed with interesting stickpin attachment. Bright XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //Female-Related/Woman (not suffrage) //Tiffany & Co. //
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647. Canada. Tiffany Montreal Ladies Society Award Medal, ca. 1900. Six line legend "Montreal Ladies Benevolent Society Isabella Wheeler Medal Purity Truthfulness" / Wreath with area for engraving recipient's name. By Tiffany & Co. 35 mm, thick, light colored bronze, matte finish. Unc. $50.00-65.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Female-Related/Woman (not suffrage) //Tiffany & Co. //Quebec //
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648. Canada. Tiffany Montreal Ladies Society Award Medal, ca. 1900. Six line legend "Montreal Ladies Benevolent Society Isabella Wheeler Medal Purity Truthfulness" / Wreath with area for engraving recipient's name. By Tiffany & Co. 35 mm, thick copper, dark brown. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //Female-Related/Woman (not suffrage) //
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649. Canada. Montreal Ladies Society Award Medal, 1900. "Montreal Ladies Benevolent Society" around wreath and "Donated 1900" / "Hollis Medal Awarded to" above place for engraving name, "Honesty Integrity" 30 mm, copper with integral loop, unholed! Lightly toned red Unc. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Smoking/Smoke/Cigarettes/Cigars //Naval/military //South Africa //
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650. Canada. Defense of Ladysmith Tobacco Medal, ca. 1900. General George White (1825-1912) commanded the British forces defending the town of Ladysmith in South Africa during the Boer siege of 1898-1900. "Ladysmith's Heroic Defender, General White" around bust / "W. D. & H. O. Willis Limited" around "Capstan Navy Cut Cigarettes and Tobacco" 15 mm, brass with integral loop. Unlisted? Bright AU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Rebekah Lodge - IOOF //Watch Fobs //

651. Canada Ontario: Odd Fellows Rebekah Watch Fob, ca. 1900. "I.O.O.F. Rebekah Assembly Ontario" around "R" rings, flower and dove. 32 mm, gilt bronze with fob top. XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //College/University/School (not award) //Ontario //
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652. Canada. Impressive Universities Award Medal, 1901. "Oxford, Cambridge, McGill, Toronto, Montreal 1901" around maple wreath with place to engrave recipient's name / Shields of the four universities, with thistle, maple leaf and beaver decorations. Impressively engraved! 38 mm, thick bronzed copper, darkish chocolate. Choice UNC. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Other Non-US Famous People //
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653. Canada. Duke of Cornwall and York Visit Medal, 1901. Highly detailed and ornate medal: Titles around bust of duchess wearing crown and duke wearing military uniform with decorations and medals / Crowned shield of all the provinces and "Welcome" By P. W. Ellis. 33 mm, White-metal. Bright AU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Other Non-US Famous People //
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654. Canada. Duke of Cornwall and York Visit Medal, 1901. Titles around bust of Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York / Maple branch and "Visited Canada 1901" 36 mm, white-metal. Lightly toned XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Other Non-US Famous People //
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655. Canada. Duke of Cornwall and York Visit Medal, 1901. Titles around duke's facing bust in military uniform, wearing medals and decorations / "Commemorating Visit to Canada" By H.S. & S. 24 mm, aluminum, top hole. XF, toning. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Ship/Sailing/Nautical //
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656. Canada. Duke of Cornwall and York Visit Medals, 1901. Three different medals of the royal visit, each with bust of Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York. Two reverses with legends noting the visit. The third has the royal yacht "Ophir" above two dolphins. 36 mm to 38 mm, white metal. About VF, some dings. 3pcs. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Coronation //
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657. Canada. Edward VII Ascension Medal, 1901. "Edward VII King & Emperor Alexandra Queen" around crowned busts / Canada surrounded by provincial shields, "Ascended the Throne Jan 22 1901" By P. W. Ellis. 34 mm, white metal, holed for suspension. Toned XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Ontario //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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658. Ontario. Windsor Two Part Badge for Queen Victoria Day, 1901. "Souvenir" hanger from which is suspended by two chain links a cut-out shield. On top is a lion and unicorn holding a small British shield above "Victoria Day" and wreathed square within which is a bust of Queen Victoria and "May 24-26, 1902, 1837 1901, Victoria, Windsor, Ont." By Schwaab. 2 1/2 inches total. XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Methodist //Whitehead and Hoag //School Award/Medal of Merit //Calendar/Time/Horologic //
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659. Canada. Turn of the Century Medal, 1901. "Methodist Sabbath Schools Montreal" around crowned cross and anchor / Wreath around "20th Century Jan 1, 1901" 32 mm, gilt brass with integral loop. By Whitehead and Hoag. Bright AU. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //
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660. Canada, Quebec. Ligue des Gardes Medal, 1901. "1ere convention Ligue des gardes independantes Canadiennes Francaises St. Hyacinthe 1901" / "Garde independante Salaberry 1901" around "1ere convention des gardes du Juin 1901" in maple wreath with small beaver. Bronze, 32mm, top loop. Brown Unc. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ontario //
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661. Canada, Ontario. Port Hope Old Boys Reunion Medal, 1901. "In Perpetua Historia" to left of woman standing before throne adorned with lilies, holding anchor, large plant in pot to right (odd symbolism) / Anchor and wreath of flowers around "Reunion Port Hope Old Boys," with "July 1901" below. By J. E. Ellis. 35 mm, White-metal, holed for suspension. Bright proof-like AU-Unc. $35.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Coronation //
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662. Canada. Edward VII Coronation Medal, 1902. Interesting medal with lengthly list of Edward VII's titles spiraling inward on a continuous ribbon around crowned bust of Edward VII / A boy and a girl holding up the British crown, "June 26, 1902 Canada's Boys and Girls Help to Support the Crown" By P. W. Ellis. 28 mm, white metal. $25.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Coronation //
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663. Canada. Edward VII Medal, ca. 1902. "Edward VII King & Emperor Alexandra Queen" around crowned busts / Shields of all the provinces on a maple tree, "Canada's Commemoration" By P. W. Ellis. 34 mm, white metal, holed for suspension.
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Ontario //Farm Related (Tractor/Plow/etc.) //Agricultural //
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664. Canada. Ontario Central Canada Exhibition Two Part Badge, 1902. Beaver on log "Souvenir" hanger from which is suspended a wreathed shield "Central Canadian Exhibition Aug 22. Sept. 13, Ottawa, Ont. 1902" around sheaf of wheat, anvil, gear, plow, etc. By Schwaab. Gilt brass, 2 inches total. Bright Unc. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ontario //Fests: Sangerfest/Music/Saengerfest/Volksfest/Gedenkfest //Music/Piano/Composer/Organ //
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665. Canada, Waterloo, Ontario. Singing Festival Medal, 1902. "International Sanengerfest Sanger Bunds of the Lake Erie and Canada" around harp and sprigs of maple / maple wreath around "Waterloo, Ont. August 12-13-14, 1902. 22 mm, copper. Bright AU. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Expositions/Fairs Other Non-US. Exhibitions //Manitoba //
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666. Canada. Winnipeg Dominion Exhibition Medal, 1904. "City Hall & Volunteer Monument Winnipeg" around building and statue / "Dominion Exhibition Winnipeg 25th of July to 6th of August, 1904" 31 mm, white metal, top hole. Bright XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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667. Canada, Quebec. First Bishop of Joliette Medal, 1904. Titles around bust of Alfred Archambeaualt, 1st Bishop of Joliette, and date Sept 24, 1904 / Bishop's arms. By "Caron Freres Montreal" 38 mm, aluminum, integral top loop. About VF/XF, dirty, scratches. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Foresters IOF Independent Order of Foresters //Indians/American Native Indians //Medicine/Medical //

668. Canada. Foresters Medal of the First Nations' Dr. Burning Cloud, 1904. "Hon. Dr. Oronhyatekha J.P.S.C.R.L.O.F. around bust of the Mohawk doctor with the Foresters' Toronto headquarters building in background / "Souvenir of Mammoth Joint Initiation of One Thousand and One Members Held in Massey Hall April 15th, 1904" Certainly an unusual subject for a medal, Oronhyatekha was a Mohawk born in 1841 on the Six Nations Reserve near Brantford, Ontario. When a student at the University of Toronto he gave the welcoming speech for the Prince of Wales, who was so impressed that Oronhyatekha was given a scholarship to study medicine at Oxford. Sometime after returning to Canada, Oronhyatekha -- whose Mohawk name means "Burning Cloud" -- took over leadership of the Independent Order of Foresters when it had only 369 members, and increased that number to over a quarter million! By. P. W. Ellis & Co. 26 mm gilt brass. Lot includes photocopy of the 1982 Canadian Numismatic Journal article "The Oronhyatekha Medallion" by Marvin Kay. XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Brewery //Chicken/Rooster/Poultry //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Quebec //
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669. Quebec. Beauport Brewery Enameled Medal, 1904. Medal for the June 24, 1904 Festival of St. John the Baptist. Inscription and "1904" around maple leaf enameled in green (unusual!) / "Complimente de la Cie Brasserie de Beauport" around rooster standing on the company's monogram. This medal was presented to clients of the company and others. 31 mm, looped. Gilt brass with half of gilt remaining. XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of MI Michigan //Nova Scotia //Gas/Oil/Petrol //Bookseller/Book Medals/Printing/Press //Whitehead and Hoag //
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670. Nova Scotia, Halifax: Tour Badge for Michigan Press Association, 1905. "Michigan" bar from which is suspended faded red ribbon with gold letters "Halifax Tour Michigan Press Association June 1905" from which is suspended 31 mm white metal petal-shaped medal "Knowledge is Power" above oil lamp and shamrocks. 4 inches. Whitehead & Hoag. XF. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Canada: General //Made-from or Relic //Ship/Sailing/Nautical //Napoleon //
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671. Canada. Battle of Trafalgar Made From HMS "Victory" Metal, 1905. Quotes from Lord Nelson, "England Expects Every Man Will Do His Duty" and "Thank God I Have Done My Duty" around his ship, the HMS 'Victory', above "Victory Trafalgar Oct 21, 1805" / "Presented by British and Foreign Sailors Society" above Nelson standing left and on ribbon "Death of Nelson, Oct. 21 1803, Centennary Memento, Oct. 21, 1903" and below that "Contains Victory Copper from the Lords of the Admiralty" 28 mm copper. Not holed. Bright Red Unc. $50.00-65.00+
COMMENT: From old collection of Canadian medals that Brunk purchased in 1970s.
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //France //Numismatists //
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672. Quebec. Society of French Canadian Artisans Medal, 1906. Thin variety with first reverse. "Societe des Artisans Canadiens Francais" around shield / Nine line legend reading "Souvenir offert par Ludger Gravel 2em V.P.G. a l'occasion de la premier convention de la jurisdiction de Quebec. A Quebec le 10 Jan 1906" By Caron Freres. 33 mm, 2 mm thick, bronze with loop. Ludger Gravel (1863-1933) was a well known Canadian numismatist. Largely through his efforts, the Societe d'Archeologie et de Numismatique de Montreal acquired the McLachlan collection for Chateau Ramezy. Gravel was the first Canadian to become a life member of the American Numismatic Association. He was a member of the ANA board of directors, became its vice president, and as head of its organization committee was responsible for the ANA holding conventions in Montreal in 1909 and 1923. Gravel issued a number of well known tokens, and a few medals, but we have not noted this one before. Thin Bronze, Unc. With article. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //Ship/Sailing/Nautical //School Award/Medal of Merit //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Napoleon //
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673. Canada, Quebec. Battle of Trafalgar Centennial Medal, 1905. Quotes from Lord Nelson, "England Expects Every Man Will Do His Duty" and "Thank God I Have Done My Duty" around his ship, the HMS Victory, above "Victory Trafalgar Oct 21, 1805" / Six line legend "Protestant Board of School Commissioners Quebec". 30 mm, copper. Red Unc, spot. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ontario //Ship/Sailing/Nautical //Battles (war) //Napoleon //
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674. Canada, Ottawa. Battle of Trafalgar Centennial Medal, 1905. As above, same obverse: Quotes from Lord Nelson, "England Expects Every Man Will Do His Duty" and "Thank God I Have Done My Duty" around his ship, the HMS Victory, above "Victory Trafalgar Oct 21, 1805" / "Presented by the St. George Society and Sons of England of Ottawa" around "Centenary of Battle of Trafalgar Oct. 21 1805" 30 mm, copper, holed for suspension. Toned Red Unc. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //British Columbia //Expositions/Fairs Other Non-US. Exhibitions //
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675. Canada, British Columbia. Dominion Exhibition, 1905. "Dominion of Canada Annual Exhibition" around "Souvenir of New Westminster B. C. 1905" / "First Dominion Fair West of the Rockies" around crowned wreath, "Royal 1905 City" in center. Copper, 29 mm. Toned red Unc. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Library //Numismatists //
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676. Canada, Montreal. Chateau de Ramezay Library Medal, 1906. Constructed by Claude de Ramazey, the Chateau de Ramezay served in succession as Headquarters of the Compagine des Indies, Headquarters of the British Continental Army of the Bostonians during the American Revolution, Residence of the Colonial Governor, National Museum and Portrait Gallery, and Montreal City Library. Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Montreal Bicentennial of the Chateau Medal. Legend and date around Chateau / Fourteen line legend recounting its history. By Caron, Montreal. 33 mm, copper. Red uncirculated. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Library //Numismatists //Military: Revolutionary War //Quebec //
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677. Canada, Montreal. Chateau de Ramezay Library Medal, 1906. Similar to above: Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Montreal Bicentennial of the Chateau Medal. Legend and date around Chateau / Fourteen line legend recounting its history. By Caron, Montreal. 33 mm, copper. Red XF/AU, spotting. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //
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678. Canada. International Congress of Americanists Medal, 1906. Quebec shield over "Quebec 1906" / "XVe congres international des Americanistes" 33 mm, yellow bronze, matte finish. AU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Ontario //

679. Canada, Toronto. Odd Fellows Medal, 1906. "Sovereign Grand Lodge Toronto 1903 around IOOF on globe / "Canada the Land of Promise" around cornucopia and Odd Fellow rings. 31 mm, copper. XF. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Other Fraternal Issuers //Quebec //
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680. Spectacular Canadian Enameled Fraternal Congress Badge, 1906. Red, white and blue enameled hanger "Press" flanked by US and British shields, from which is hung by a red, white and blue badge a red, white, blue, yellow and green enameled oval medal. "National Fraternal Congress Montreal 1906" around wreathed, crowned shield "Concordia Salus" with rose, shamrock, thistle, and beaver. Reverse "Caron Bros. Montreal", XF/AU. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //Numismatists //CNA Canadian Numismatic Association //American Numismatic Association ANA //

681. Quebec. Society of French Canadian Artisans Medal, 1906. Thick medal with second reverse. "Societe des Artisans Canadiens Francais" around shield / Nine line legend reading "Souvenir de la 5me convention generale Montreal, 2 juillet 1906, offert par Ludger Gravel" By Caron Freres. 33 mm, 3.5 mm thick, with loop, copper with red color. Ludger Gravel (1863-1933) was a well known Canadian numismatist. Largely through his efforts, the Societe d'Archeologie et de Numismatique de Montreal acquired the McLachlan collection for Chateau Ramezy. Gravel was the first Canadian to become a life member of the American Numismatic Association. He was a member of the ANA board of directors, became its vice president, and as head of its organization committee was responsible for the ANA holding conventions in Montreal in 1909 and 1923. Gravel issued a number of well known tokens, and a few medals, but we have not noted this one before. Thick Copper, choice toned Red Unc. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Other Fraternal Issuers //Quebec //

682. Spectacular Canadian Enameled Fraternal Congress Badge, 1906. Red, white and blue enameled hanger "Committee" flanked by US and British shields, from which is hung by a red, white and blue badge a red, white, blue, yellow and green enameled oval medal. "National Fraternal Congress Montreal 1906" around wreathed, crowned shield "Concordia Salus" with rose, shamrock, thistle, and beaver. Reverse "Caron Bros. Montreal", XF/AU. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Canada: General //Quebec //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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683. Canada, Quebec. Union of St. Joseph Medal, 1906. "Union St. Joseph du Canada Consell de Quebec Fonde 20 Oct. 1901" around St. Joseph holding Jesus / "Convention de l'Union St. Joseph du Canada a Quebec le 19 Aout 1906" 32 mm, brass, integral top loop. Bright AU/Unc. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ontario //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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684. Canada, Ontario. Odd Fellows Enameled Pin, ca. 1907. "Ontario to St. Paul, I.O.O.F" on blue enameled circle around green enameled maple leaf with Odd Fellow rings, on white background. 22 mm enameled pin. AU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //British Columbia //Carnival //
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685. Rosedale, British Columbia, Water Carnival Ribbon, 1907. Brass bar "Judge" from which is suspended light blue and red ribbon with gold letters "2nd Annual Water Carnival Rosedale B. C. July 4, 1907" 5 inches, XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Clasped Hands/Handshake //Celluloid - cello //Alberta // State of MN Minnesota //
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686. Canada. Alberta Odd Fellows Convention Badge, 1907. "Alberta" on bar from which is suspended multi-colored celluloid disc in metal wreath "Sovereign Grand Lodge St. Paul, Minn. 1907" around eye, shaking hands, and rings. 3.25 inches. XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Alberta //Farm Related (Tractor/Plow/etc.) //Expositions/Fairs Other Non-US. Exhibitions //
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687. Alberta. Calgary Exhibition Two Part Badge, 1907. "Souvenir" hanger from which is suspended by two chain links a 36 mm gilt brass medal. "Calgary Exhibition, 1907, Alberta, Can." around sheaf of wheat, anvil, gear, plow, etc. Crowned shield of the Canadian provinces. By Schwaab. Gilt brass, 2 1/4 inches total. Bright Unc. $20.00-25.00+
COMMENT: Brunk is a Fellow of the Canadian Numismatic Research Society. His great-grandparents owned a wheat farm about 120 kilometers southeast of Calgary, and his mother's earliest childhood memory was of the Calgary train station circa 1920.
CrossRef: Canada: General //Expositions/Fairs Other Non-US. Exhibitions //Quebec //

688. Canada. Quebec Tercentennial Medal, 1908. "Tercentenary Celebration" above facing bust labeled "Prince of Wales", "Champlain Monument" below monument, and facing bust labeled "Princess of Wales", "1608 Quebec 1908" below / "Plain of Abraham" below landscape and Wolfe Monument. 35 mm brass with integral loop. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //Anniversary/Centennial/etc. //
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689. Canada. Quebec Tercentennial Medal, 1908. Legend around Bust of Prince and Princess of Wales, Champlain Monument, "1908" / View of the "Plains of Abraham" and statue on column. 35 mm, brass with integral loop. Toned XF, staining. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //Expositions/Fairs Other Non-US. Exhibitions //

690. Canada. Quebec Tercentennial Medal, 1908. "Champlain 1608, Ter-Centennary Quebec, 1908" / "1759-60, Wolfe, Montcalm, Levis, Murray, Aux Braves". 35 mm aluminum with dentilated borders. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //Anniversary/Centennial/etc. //Expositions/Fairs Other Non-US. Exhibitions //

691. Canada. Quebec Tercentennial Medals, 1908. "Samuel de Champlain, Fondateur-de-Quebec, 1608" around facing bust of Champlain / Souvenir du Tri-Centenniare de Quebec" around buildings on the heights of Montreal. Two pieces, 32 mm gilt copper, XF/AU. $15.00-20.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Expositions/Fairs Other Non-US. Exhibitions //Quebec //
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692. Canada. Quebec Tercentennial Medal, 1908. "Tercentenary 1608 Quebec 1908" around Quebec shield / Column with "Wolfe Monument" below. 13 mm gilt brass. XF/AU. $15.00-20.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Quebec //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Celluloid - cello //
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693. CA Canada. Quebec Odd Fellows Badge, 1908. "Quebec" rectangular celluloid in ornate gilt brass hanger from which is suspended a multi-colored celluloid "E. H. Walling, Quebec, John Shirlow, Quebec, Grand Representatives" above Quebec shield. Date and organization not on badge, but this badge is illustrated and its date identified in Ken Palmer's "IOOF Convention Badges" (TCNRS 1986: 164). 4 inches. XF. $30.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons // State of CO Colorado //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Manitoba //
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694. Canada Manitoba: Odd Fellows Badge, 1908. Gilt bronze bundle of wheat with grain colored red, from which is suspended 38 mm medal. "Delegation from Manitoba to Sovereign Grand Lodge I.O.O.F. Denver Sept. 1908" around "I.O.O.F." scales, etc. 3 inches, Unc. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons // State of CO Colorado //Celluloid - cello //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //British Columbia //
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695. CO /British Colombia/Denver Photographic Celluloid and Ribbon, 1908. Photographic celluloid of Parliament Building from which is suspended three ribbons with gold letters. Purple "Sovereign Grand Lodge I.O.O.F.", Red "British Columbia", Green "Denver, Col. Sept. 1908" 5 inches, bright XF. Keystone Badge Co. $25.00-40.00+
COMMENT: Scarce Canada/Colorado cello badge!
CrossRef: Canada: General //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Quebec //
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696. Canada, Quebec: St. Jean Baptiste Association and Fontaine Portrait Medal, 1909. Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine was an early nineteenth century Quebec politician, who championed French as an official Canadian language. "La Fontaine, 1807 1864, Notre langue, Nos institutions, Nois lois" around facing Fontaine bust / Motto and shield, with legend noting 75th anniversary of the St. Jean Baptiste Association of Montreal, "1909" 39 mm, bronze. Choice AU. $35.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //
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697. Canada. Quebec. Louis Archambault Medal, 1909. "Louis Archambault Fondateur" around facing bust of bearded man in suit wearing ceremonial regalia / "Devolement du Monument Archambault" around beaver over two shields, one showing the monument, "12 Sept 1909". By Caron Freres Montrea 24 mm brass with integral loop. XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: REGION -- Canada //Saskatchewan //Medicine/Medical //Coronation //

698. C Saskatchewan Sanatorium King/Queen Coronation Medal, 1911. Interesting large AL medal with busts left of King George and Queen Mary, shield reverse, commemoration of Coronation, WITH top ribbon with TB cross and legend, top pin. Issued to raise funds to build a tuberculosis sanatorium. Near mint, early ink writing on reverse of ribbon. With long article by Tannahill. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ontario //Coronation //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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699. Canada, Ontario. Pickering Township Medal for George V Coronation, 1911. Interesting local coronation medal. "Coronation Day June 22nd 1911" above two busts labeled "George III 1811" and "George V 1911" / Pickering Township Centennial 1911 in maple wreath. By "J. J. Zock & Co." 33 mm, aluminum, holed for suspension, bright AU. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Coronation //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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700. Canada. George V Coronation Medal, 1911. "King George V and Queen Mary" around crowned busts / "In Commemoration of the Coronation 1911" around large maple leaf on which is the British crown and "June 22nd Canada" By Hemming. 38 mm, aluminum, matte finish. AU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Coronation //Manitoba //Buffalo/Bison //
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701. Canada, Manitoba. George V Coronation Medal, 1911. "King George V and Queen Mary" around crowned busts / "To Commemorate Their Majesty's Coronation 1911" around Manitoba shield with Buffalo. By "H.G." 38 mm, aluminum, matte finish. XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Coronation //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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702. Canada. George V Coronation Medal, 1911. "Coronation Celebration June 22 1911 King George V" around facing bust of King / Crowned shield of all the Canadian provinces. 18 mm, gilt brass, holed for suspension. XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //British Columbia //Bridge/Highway //
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703. Vancouver, BC. Opening of Trail Bridge Medal, 1912. Large finely detailed medal: "Commemoration of the Opening of the Trail Bridge, Trail, B. C., Presented by Armstrong, Morrison & Company Ltd. Contractors, Vancouver, B. C." around the bridge with two boats passing beneath / Wreath around "Erected by the Province of British Columbia 1915" and provincial arms. 38 mm, copper. Rare, missing in most collections. Bright Unc. $200.00-250.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //
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704. Canada. No Parting of the Ways Medal, 1912. "Canada Not an Adjunct, Mail and Empire, September 21, 1902" / "No Parting of the Ways, September 21, 1911" around John Bull with a bull dog on leash and male personification of Canada wearing broad hat with maple leaf, all three walking toward the viewer. An exceedingly unusual perspective for a medal! By P. W. Ellis. 31 mm with integral loop. Odd metal. Darkened gilt bronze, XF/AU. $35.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //
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705. Canada, Quebec. Society of French Canadian Artisans Medal, 1913. Shields containing Quebec arms and Society's Headquarters Building, on scroll "39526 Membres, 480 Succursales" / "La Societe des Artisans Canadiens Francais, 17 Juillet 1913" around "Fonds Accumules au 31 Mai 1913 $2,035,797" By Caron Freres. 31 mm, appears to be bronzed brass. Brown Unc. $35.00-50.00+
COMMENT: From old collection of Canadian medals that Brunk purchased in 1970s.
CrossRef: Canada: General //Track & Field //Military: World War I //
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706. Canada. Hand Engraved WW I Track Award Medal! 1915. Elaborately made gold and silver medal for Canadian Infrantry Brigade. Square, cut out background in silver, over which is a circle of silver and a center cross of gold, which is hand engraved "1st Prize 100 Yds." The back also hand engraved "Oct. 1915, 1st Can. Inf. Bde. Athletic Meet Belgium Frontier, Won by Cpl. G. H. Monk." It is hallmarked with anchor, lion, P, WHH, and RD 631666, indicating it was made by a Birmingham jeweler in 1914-1915. 30 mm, roughly square with serrated edges, gold on silver. About XF. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: Canada Trade Tokens //British Columbia //Gambling/Casino Chips/Tokens (Modern) //Game Counters (non-U.S.) //
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707. (British Columbia): Early Merchants Convention Gambling Token, 1922. "A. B. Galloway Chairman" around facing bust in business suit, "Monte Carlo 5 Bucks" / "N.W. Merchants Convention 5 Bucks" around rising sun over "1922" in circular shield. 20 mm, brass. XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Anniversary/Centennial/etc. //Steam engine //
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708. Canada. Winnipeg Jubilee Medal, 1924. "Winnipeg Jubilee" over small buffalo standing on shield consisting of a steam engine over three sheaves of wheat, "1874-1924" below / "Issued by the Council of the City of Winnipeg to Commemorate the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Incorporation of the City." 29mm, aluminum, crudely holed. Bright XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Jewelers //
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709. Canada, Winnipeg Jewelers Medal, 1932. Large token reading "D. R. Dingwall Ltd. Jewellery Craftsmen" above five-story building, "Winnipeg since 1882" below / "Winnipeg Auditorium" above building, "Official Opening Oct 15, 1932" below. 32 mm, aluminum. Choice XF/AU. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Knights of Columbus KoC //
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710. Canada. Toronto Knights of Columbus Medal, 1936. Gilt bronze "Toronto Canada" and maple leaf bar from which is suspended by red ribbon fob-type 40 mm gilt bronze cross medal "54th Annual Convention Knights of Columbus Supreme Council August, 1936" By Robbins. 3.75 inches. XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Military: Peace, End of War, Liberation //Military: World War I //
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711. Canada. Royal Canadian Legion Vimy Pilgrimage Medal, 1936. Beaver and maple leaves above "Canadian Legion 1936" on hanger from which is suspended by a blue and yellow ribbon a 30 mm, silvered, roughly circular medal, edge shaped at bottom in form of wreath of flowers. "Vimy Pilgrimage" around cross, memorial, and place to engrave name. By J. R. Gaunt. This medal was awarded to veterans who participated in the 1937 pilgrimage to Vimy Ridge, the site of one of the greatest battles in Canadian history. The April 3, 1917, battle against the Hindenburg Line was a turning point in World War I, and the first time that all four Canadian divisions fought together on the same battlefield. 3 1/2 inches. XF. $35.00-45.00+
CrossRef: Canada Badges/Ribbons //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Coronation //
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712. Canada. Edward VIII Coronation Badge, 1937. Union Jack woven ribbon from which is suspended a shaped medal with crown over "E R" and bust, below is "King Edward VIII Coronation May 12, 1937" / "Designed by John J. Lightstone, Made in Canada" Since Edward VIII abdicated on Dec, 10, 1936, to marry the divorced American, Mrs. Wallis Simpson, the coronation never was held! Medal is shield shaped, 32 x 40 mm reddish copper with some purple toning. 3 1/4 inches total. XF $75.00-85.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Coronation //Other Fraternal Issuers //
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713. Canada. Sons of England George VI Coronation Medal, 1937. "King George VI Queen Elizabeth Crowned 12 May 1937" around crowned busts left / "GR" over crown and six flags of Commonwealth nations, "Sons of England". Holed as made, 30 mm, dark bronze.
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ford, Henry Ford //Made-from or Relic //Automobile/Automotive //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Coronation //
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714. Canada. Ford Motor Company/Coronation of George VI Medal, 1937. "George VI and Queen Elizabeth Crowned 1937" around Busts / Nine line legend reeding "This Medal Struck at Windsor, Ont. by Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited of Canadian Copper Alloy Used in the 1937 Ford V8" 33 mm, copper. XF/AU. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //Coronation //Wine/Whiskey/Spirts other than beer //
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715. Canada. George V Coronation Advertising Token, 1937. George VI and Queen Elizabeth Crowned May 12 1937" around crowned busts / "Souvenir Jeton Token" around "Compliments Opera Cocktail De Luxe" 22 mm, gilt brass. XF+. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //

716. Canada. Group of Royal Celebration and Confederation Medals. Two medals for 1939 royal visit (Ch-253) with map of Canada, 22 mm. Another, 32 mm. Four 1927 medals for 50th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation (Ch-251), 22 mm. All bronze, and nice shape, XF-AU. Seven pieces in lot. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //OPA/Rationing //

717. Canadian WWII Ration Book & Tickets. "Gasoline Licence and Ration Coupon Book", 1945-46, Category AA, rectangular coupon book with 20 purple tickets still attached, name written inside front cover, well used. Plus two attached A-A tickets, two Commercial attached tickets and strip of four "Special" tickets, each 1 unit, plus two different "one half unit" and two different "one unit" tickets. Book, plus 12 tickets, about VF. $25.00-50.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Kings/Queens of ENGLAND //
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718. Canada. Enameled Royal Visit Pin, 1949. "Souvenir Royal Visit 1949" in red and blue enamel around busts of George VI and Queen Elizabeth, with reverse pin. 25 mm. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Nova Scotia //Numismatists //Coin Club/Numismatic: World //
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719. Canada, Nova Scotia. Decimal Coinage Centennial Medal, 1961. "Decimal Coinage Centennial, Nova Scotia 1861-1961 Canada" around large multi-masted schooner / "Halifax Coin Club" above flag in wreath. 39 mm, brass, beautifully toned. Unc. $10.00-15.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Ontario //Silversmith/Goldsmith //
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720. Canada. Toronto: Standard Silver Company Medal. "Standard Silver Company, Toronto, Canada" around flag with Union Jack in corner and "Standard Plate" above maple sprigs. Uniface, reeded edge. White-metal, originally silver plated, 30mm, Dark XF/AU. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Quebec //Female-Related/Woman (not suffrage) //
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721. Canada, Montreal. Joan of Arc Medal. "Jeanne d'Arc Souvenir - la patrie - Montreal" around Bust of St. Joan with her shield and date "1492" to left / "Lisez la patrie de numero y sera publie" around building. By Caron Freres. Two varieties of same medal, one with number stamped below building. 31 mm, bronze. Two pieces. Both nice brown XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //New Brunswick //Patent Medicine //

722. Canada. New Brunswick Patent Medicine Bottle. "Fellows & Co., Chemists, St. John N. B." 8 x 3 1/2 Heavy Bottle in Light Green Glass. Israel and his son, James Israel Fellows established Fellows & Co. in 1850, and sold various sorts of patent medicines for the rest of the century. Comes with three photocopied pages about the history of the company.
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //

723. "Illustrated History of Coins and Tokens Relating to Canada", 1894. By Napoleon Breton, the 1894 first edition. Still a standard reference on Canadian tokens. 240 pages, over 1000 engraved illustrations. CS-8517. Each token described in French and English. Biographies and photos of nineteenth century collectors with onion skin pages inserted to protect each photo. Almost As New, with original owner's name Ralph De ... signed on front cover. Slight chipping to back cover, which features advertisement for Scott Stamp and Coin Co. of New York City. Has been rebound with red plastic cover. $200.00-225.00+
CrossRef: Canada: Breton/Charlton/LeRoux Listed //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //

724. "Illustrated History of Coins and Tokens Relating to Canada", 1894. By Pierre Napoleon Breton, 1963 combined reprint of 1894 / 1907 / 1912 editions, 344 pages, with 1907 price guide, and hard to find 30 additional engraved plates of medals from 1912 edition. CS-8518. Brown cloth, gilt, cover faded, contents As New. $65.00-75.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //British Columbia //

725. "The Tokens of Greenwood and Phoenix, British Columbia", 1993. By Ronald Greene, Canadian Numismatic Research Society Occasional Paper No. 1, 62 pages, line drawings, photographs, maps. Card Covers, As New. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: Canada: General //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //

726. "Dictionary of Canadian Medallists", 1998. By Robert C. Willey, 27th of 500 copies printed. Comprehensive reference. 180 pages, 10 plates. Grey card cover. As New. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of AL Alabama //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows // State of CO Colorado //Agricultural //
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727. AL Montgomery: Odd Fellows Century Old Miniature Cotton Bale! 1908. Miniature metal-banded cotton bale (2.5 x 2 x 1.25 inch). Attached is worn tag "Greeting from Dixie Land with Compliments of... Montgomery, Alabama" / 84th Annual Communication of the Sovereign Grand Lodge I.O.O.F. Denver, Colo. Sept. 21- 16, 1908". Bale nice, tag worn, covered in tape. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of AL Alabama //Other Fraternal Issuers //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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728. AL Montgomery: Daughters of America Multi-Part Badge, 1910. "L L & P" (Live Long & Prosper) from which is suspended "Montgomery Council 1910" from which is suspended American eagle above shield on which is "D of A" and Bible, missing reverse ribbon. 4.25 inches. XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of AL Alabama //Identification Tags/ID/Work Checks //Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins //United American Mechanics Jr Order //
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729. Fraternal Identification Tags. Two metal identification key tags. 1) Hand-stamped "J. E. Snyder New London O. 1892" on ribbon over anchor / Hand-stamped "Jr. O. U. A. M." compass and square. Shield-shaped, 23 mm, nickel. 2) "F. & G. A. M." compass and square, and hand-stamped "No. 8 J. W. Plemons Birmingham Ala 1921" 43 mm x 21 mm, bronze with large, integral loop. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: State of AK Alaska //Railroad //
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730. AK Alaska Railroad Pass, 1949. Paper "Department of the Interior The Alaska Railroad Pass" good until December 31st, 1949.
CrossRef: State of AK Alaska //Political: Locals //
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731. AK Alaska Governor Inauguration Medal, 1966. "Egan and Wade 1962-1966" around busts of William A. Egan and Hugh J. Wade / "Inauguration of Governor and Secretary of State" around crossed American and Alaskan flags. By "IC - FJT". 33 mm nickel-silver. Unc.
CrossRef: State of AK Alaska //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //

732. "Alaska's Coinage through the Years", 1965. Gould, Bressett and Dethridge, 2nd edition. CS-12290. Rosichan-987. 175 pages, photos. VF hard bound in green board with peripheral fading. $30.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of AR Arkansas //Masonic: Shrine // State of CA California //
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733. AR Pine Bluff Shriners Badge, 1906. Two part gilt bronze badge. Snakes around "1906" on wings "Arkansas" from which is suspended red enameled cut out-medal. Center is pine tree "Pine Bluff" with red crescent "Sahara to Los Angeles" and large scimitar passing through the design. 2.75 inches. Nice XF. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: State of AR Arkansas //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Celluloid - cello //

734. AR Arkansas Odd Fellows Celluloid, 1921. Multi-colored celluloid "100th Anniversary I.O.O.F. Arkansas Valley 1921" etc around eye, rings scales "I.O.O.F." 32 mm, XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of AR Arkansas // State of CO Colorado //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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735. AR IOOF Grand Lodge Badge, 1908. Top pin "Arkansas 1908 Denver", badge with legend, seal, "Truth". Antiqued bronze, Robbins Co, XF/AU. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Horse Racing //Horses //
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736. CA Beverly Hills Polo Club Fantasy Medal. "Beverly Hills Polo Club" around player on galloping horse. 51 mm, brass with integral loop.
CrossRef: State of CA California //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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737. CA Los Angeles Holy Name Society Badge, ca. 1910. Deep red ribbon with gold letters between two bronze bars "H. N. S. St. Joseph's Church, Los Angeles, Ca" At bottom 33 mm gilt bronze medal "HNS" and young woman's head. 5.25 inches. XF, ribbon faded. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Roosevelt, Theodore Roosevelt //Political: Ribbons/Badges //
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738. CA Teddy Roosevelt Los Angeles Reception Ribbon, 1911. Blue lettering on white ribbon with hanger. "Theodore Roosevelt Reception Committee Los Angeles March 21st 1911" 5.5 inches, XF. Rare. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California // State of NV Nevada //Gas/Oil/Petrol //Military Veterans: G.A.R. GAR //Celluloid - cello //
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739. CA (NV) Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic Badge, 1916. "Delegate" and two oil well gushers on metal hanger from which is suspended red ribbon with black letters "Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic Department of California and Nevada 31st Annual Convention Bakersfield, California May 1918" from which is suspended 1.75 celluloid in yellow, green, blue, white and gold. Wreath of flowers around GAR star. AU. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Bank & Bank related //
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740. CA Los Angeles Pageant of Progress Bank Medal, 1922. "Pageant of Progress Los Angeles Colosseum 1922" around the LA Colosseum / "Hellman Commercial Trust and Savings Bank" around eagle with "HB" shield on breast. 34 mm, bronze, light color. XF, very fine pitting.
CrossRef: State of CA California //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //
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741. CA Los Angeles. Torrey Bible Institute (Biola College) Medal, 1928. The Bible Institute of Los Angeles was founded in 1912, and its first Dean was R. A. Torrey. With the passage of time it developed a four year program, and in 1949 was renamed Biola College. "Reuben Archer Torrey" around 3/4th facing bust, "1856-1928 Colossians 2:5-6" / "Member Torrey Memorial Association of Bible Institute of Los Angeles" 30 mm, copper. XF, toned areas. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Military Veterans: G.A.R. GAR //
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742. CA Los Angeles: Grand Army of the Republic National Encampment Medal, 1933. "Delegate Los Angeles, Cal" top pin from which is suspended "Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic" wreathed star BZ medal. Undated, but issued 1933. Chocolate bronze. 2.5 inches. Unc, ribbon faded. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Elks - BPOE //

743. CA Elks Los Angeles National Convention Badge, 1936. Elaborate, uniface badge in shape of seashell. Seven California scenes in the rays of the badge, including silent movie set, LA Courthouse, oil well, and Spanish mission. These are above an orange, a flower, and an elk's head on clock, "July 1936, 72nd Annual Convention, Los Angeles, California". Below is place for name tag. Antiqued N-S, 52 x 56 mm. XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California // State of IA Iowa //Celluloid - cello //Agricultural //Expositions/Fairs Other U.S. Exhibitions //Corn //
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744. CA Los Angeles Iowa Association Celluloid and Ribbon. So many Iowans moved to California in the early twentieth century that they formed a large association. It held an annual fair at Eastlake Park, CA, and one year attracted over 100,000 fair goers! Blue on white celluloid top pinback "Iowa Picnic" around ear of corn and pig from which is suspended red ribbon with black letters "Annual Picnic Iowa Association Eastlake Park" 5 inches, XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Agricultural //Expositions/Fairs Other U.S. Exhibitions //
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745. CA Sacramento Agricultural and Horticultural Award Medal, ca. 1890. "Designed, Arranged and Prizes Presented by" around detailed basket of fruits and flowers, "Warren and Son of Sacramento City, California" / "Agricultural and Horticultural Exhibition, Sac. City, Cal," around "Awarded to" on ribbon and blank space for engraving recipient's name. By "S & H" 38 mm x 3 mm thick white metal. $100.00-125.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Anniversary/Centennial/etc. //
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746. CA San Francisco: 50th Anniversary of California, 1900. "San Francisco 50 Anniversary Sep. 9. 1900" / "Eureka" above a parody of the symbolism of state shield, "California" below. In the usual symbolism a bear lays at the feet of a woman who rests her hand on a shield. Here the bear is replaced by a dog, who is nipping at the nose of the face of the man on the shield! Odd! 16 mm, brass. AU. $50.00-60.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Bi-Metals //Lord's Prayer //Military Veterans: G.A.R. GAR //
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747. CA San Francisco: Bimetal National Encampment Medal, Lord's Prayer, 1903. Maltese cross in chocolate bronze with brass center. "Aug. 17-24, 1903" in arms of bronze cross, "37th National Encampment San Francisco" On the inserted brass center is GAR seal / Lord's prayer. 43 mm, integral loop. Schwaab. XF. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Expositions/Fairs Other U.S. Exhibitions //

748. CA San Francisco: Portola Festival Medal, 1909. In 1769, Gaspar de Portola lead a Spanish expedition northward from San Diego, and sighted San Francisco Bay. The 1909 Portola Festival celebrated the rebuilding of San Francisco after the 1906 earthquake, and was part of the city's bid to get the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition. Stars and flags around American eagle perched on shield / "Portola Festival Oct. 19-23 1909 San Francisco, Ca." around bust of Portola. Medal suspended from hanger on which is a bear and "Souvenir." 35 mm, brass, 60 mm total, with frayed yellow and red ribbon. Bright AU. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Celluloid - cello //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Flower/Floral //

749. CA Multi-colored San Francisco Sunday School Convention Badge, 1911. Beautiful multi-colored 32 mm celluloid pinback, "13th International Sunday School Convention, San Francisco, 1911" around scene of the harbor on orange flower. Mostly blue, white and orange. Suspended from the celluloid are two ribbons. Faded gold letters on white and blue ribbon, "United States Delegate" 4 1/2 inches. XF, ribbon fading. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Eagles FOE Fraternal Order of Eagles //
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750. CA San Francisco: Eagles National Convention Badge, 1911. "San Francisco Aerie No 5" top pin from which is suspended an elaborate cutout medal. Eagle sits on "FOE" scroll. Below is a shield-shaped medal with eagle on shield flanked by worker holding shovel and surveyor holding sextant. On central shield is ship and the Presidio? Other symbols at sides of two men. Below is "Grand Convention Aerie San Francisco 1911" By Schaezlein & Son. Gilt brass, 2.5 inches. XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Switzerland //Gay Nineties: 1890-1900 //
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751. CA Swiss Society of California Medal, 1891. "Souvenir of the VI Centennial of the Swiss Republic August 1st 1291" around Swiss shield over oak sprigs / "Swiss Society of California August 1st 1891" around circular shield containing symbolism of the California shield. 34 mm, white metal with integral loop. Not in Rulau. Apparently unlisted. AU, rev ding. $100.00-150.00+
COMMENT: Estimated at $100 in 1981 Almanzar auction.
CrossRef: State of CA California //Bi-Metals //Native Sons of Golden West - CA //Mining/Metallurgy/Mineralogy //Bears //
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752. CA Discovery of Gold and Semi-Centennial Bimetal Medal, 1898. Chocolate bronze wreath around brass medal "California Gold Discovery San Francisco 1848 1898" around miner panning for gold "48 Rocker" / Covered wagon pulled by two oxen. Suspended by replacement ribbon from chocolate bronze bar with grizzly bear over "Souvenir" 4 inches. Scarce! XF. $100.00-150.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //McKinley: William McKinley //Political: Medals/Tokens: Pre-1901 //
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753. CA William McKinley Memorial Medal, 1901. "In Memorium 1901" around bust of assassinated President William McKinley. Reverse "Santa Clara County, Cal McKinley Memorial" and five stars. 24 mm copper, about XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Maps & Globes/Charts/Atlases //Woodmen of the World //
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754. CA Spectacular California Woodmen Convention Badge, 1905. Three part chocolate bronze badge. Axe on log "8th Biennial Session Los Angeles, April 1905" from which is suspended stump "Woodmen of the World" from which is cutout map of Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Utah, and Colorado, and in the center is a gilt medallion of Joseh Cullen Root, founder of the Woodmen. 4.5 inches, XF+. $30.00-45.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //China //1915 Pan-Pacific //Good Luck //
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755. CA Chinese-American Good Luck Token Imitating Chinese Cash Coin, ca. 1915. Brass token the same size and shape as a Chinese cash coin (circular with square central hole). Six Chinese characters / "Good Luck." Purchased as a token of the Panama-Pacific Exposition, but this has not been confirmed and no other example has been traced. Unlisted? 24 mm brass. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Movie/TV/Radio Related, premiums //

756. CA Early Hollywood Silent Movie Premier/Charles Ray Portrait Medal, 1923. Rare, Early Hollywood Medal of a Silent Movie that has been lost. "The Courtship of Miles Standish" was a nine reel epic based on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem. "Compliments of Los Angeles Rubber Stamp Co." around facing bust of silent movie star Charles Ray with long wig and broad Puritan hat. Ray played John Alden and financed the film with his own money. Reverse "The Courtship of Miles Standish" around the ship "Mayflower," which brought the Pilgrims to Massachusetts. The "Mayflower" floating set cost $65,000 and bankrupted Charles Ray. This variety has never before been listed, and is a unique piece of early Hollywood cinematic history. 34 mm, Aluminum, about VF. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Movie/TV/Radio Related, premiums //

757. CA Early Hollywood Silent Movie Premier/Charles Ray Portrait Medal, 1923. Rare, Early Hollywood Medal of a Silent Movie that has been lost. "The Courtship of Miles Standish" was a nine reel epic based on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem. "Compliments of Los Angeles Rubber Stamp Co." around facing bust of silent movie star Charles Ray, who played John Alden and personally financed the film. Reverse "The Courtship of Miles Standish" around the ship "Mayflower," which brought the Pilgrims to Massachusetts. The "Mayflower" floating set cost $65,000, and bankrupted Charles Ray. 34 mm, gilt brass. Spectacular piece of early Hollywood cinematic history! Toned AU. $150.00-200.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Movie/TV/Radio Related, premiums //

758. CA Early Hollywood Silent Movie/Marion Davies Portrait Medal, 1922. Early Hollywood "Lucky Coin" of a silent movie staring Marion Davies -- boyfriend of William Randolph Hearst -- in her earliest leading role as Mary Tudor. The movie was set during the reign of the English King Henry VIII. "When Knighthood Was in Flower, Marion Davies" around head of the movie star wearing a peacock feather / "Henry VIII Sovereign 1509 1922" around "Lose Not This Lucky Piece and Thy Fortune Wille Morease" By Whitehead and Hoag. Very nice example of early Hollywood cinematic history. 30 mm, copper. XF. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Agricultural //
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759. CA Western Fruit Jobbers Gestalt Association Badge, 1928. Brass name bar from which is suspended gray ribbon with black letters "W.F.J.A. Los Angeles 1928" and brass cutout basket of fruit marked "California" that when turned on its side becomes map of California! Among the fruit is a small blue enameled label "Western Jobbers". By Metwalen, Los Angeles. 5 inches. The medal is particularly neat. XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Railroad //1939 Golden Gate Expo //
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760. CA Union Pacific Railroad / Golden Gate Exposition Medal, 1939. "Road of the 'Steamliners' and the 'Challengers' Union Pacific" around a steam locomotive and early diesel locomotive emerging from sides of a shield that reads "Union Pacific the Overland Route" below is "Aluminum in These Famous Trains Furnished by Aluminum Company of America / "Golden Gate International Exposition" around "1939 San Francisco Bay" and stylized scene of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay. 32 mm aluminum. AU. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Ship/Sailing/Nautical //
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761. Pacific Far East Shipping Line Medal, ca. 1956. "Pacific Far East Line SS Mariposa SS Monterey" around stars over bear and ferns. Uniface, flat relief, antiqued bronze, 3". XF+. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CA California //Bank & Bank related //Identification Tags/ID/Work Checks //
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762. CA California Bank Return Medal. "United California Bank 1868" around two bears resting on bank's initials / "If Found... San Francisco" etc. 28 mm, bronze with integral loop. XF. $15.00-20.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Celluloid - cello //Agricultural //

763. CO Delta: Fair Pinback, 1904. Peach and green color on white, black letters. "By Their Fruits Ye Shall Know Them 4th Annual Fruit Fair Sept. 28, 29, 30, 1904 Paonia, Delta Co. Colo." around ripe peach. 32 mm, celluloid is crackled. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Horticulture //Celluloid - cello //Agricultural //
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764. CO Delta: National Horticultural Congress Celluloid Button and Ribbon, 1909. Yellow ribbon with black letters "Employee National Horticultural Congress 1909" and multicolored celluloid "Delta, Colo, Home of the Jonathan Apple" around bright red apple. 4 inches. Scarce! XF. Bastian Bros. $40.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Elks - BPOE //Agricultural //
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765. CO Delta Elks Badge, 1914. Two-part gilt bronze badge. Clock and two bulls "Denver 1914" from which is suspended red and black enameled gilt bronze "Delta 1225" sugar beets, applies and elk's head. 2.5 inches, XF. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois // State of CO Colorado //Knights Templar //Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins //
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766. CO/IL: Lincoln Knights Templar Ribbon, 1892. Medieval knight on horseback, carrying banner. "Denver, 1892, Constantine Commandery, No. 51, Knights Templar, Lincoln, Ill. 7 inch black on beige ribbon, XF, fold, mark. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Bookseller/Book Medals/Printing/Press //Celluloid - cello //Steam engine //
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767. CO Denver: Impressive National Editorial Association Convention Ribbon, 1898. Neat metal top hanger of crossed scissors and quill from which is suspended large colored celluloid button of Colorado produce. Blue ribbon with metallic fringe, with silver "1858" and wagon train on which is "Pike's Peak or Bust" and 1850's printing press. Below are gold letters "13th Annual Meeting of the National Editorial Association Denver, Colo. Sept. 5-9, 1890" Below that is a silver train drawn by steam engine "1898" and turn of the century printing press. 9 inches. Unusual! About XF, minor fading. $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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768. CO Intriguing Denver Odd Fellows Badge, 1903. "Pennsylvania" rectangular celluloid in gilt brass hanger from which is suspended purple and red ribbon with silver letters "84th Session Sovereign Grand Lodge I.O.O.F. Denver 1903" from which is suspended a strange object. The object is the shape of a locket, but we cannot see a way to open it. It is hard, glossy and jet black circled by a rope of brass. On one side is a celluloid "Pennsylvania I.O.O.F." around an eye. 3 3/4, Unc. inches. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Celluloid - cello //Agricultural //
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769. MS /CO Denver: Odd Fellows Cotton Bale Badge, 1903. Brass hanger "Mississippi"/cello from which is suspended three gilt rings from which is suspended large 2.25 inch celluloid button: "Sovereign Grand Lodge I.O.O.F. Denver 1908 Our Representatives" etc around cotton bale, Bright XF/AU. Keystone Badge Co. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Canada Badges/Ribbons //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Celluloid - cello //Maps & Globes/Charts/Atlases //
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770. CO Canada. Maritime Provinces Exceptional Nice Odd Fellows Badge, 1908. "Maritime Provinces of Canada" rectangular celluloid in ornate gilt brass hanger from which is attached a white ribbon with silver beaver and maple leaf and two applied red, white and blue Union Jack style flags. Attached to the ribbon is a 44 mm multicolored celluloid button map of the Maritime Provinces, "84th Annual Session, Sovereign Grand Lodge, I.O.O.F., Denver, Colo, 1908". 5 1/4 inches. Unc. $30.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado // State of ID Idaho //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Celluloid - cello //
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771. CO Odd Fellows Convention Ribbon, 1908. Large brass hanger with celluoid "Idaho" from which is suspended a photographic celluloid pin in roped circle "State Capitol" around capital building. Ribbon is purple with gold letters "Annual Session Sovereign Grand Lodge I.O.O.F. Denver, Colo. September 1908 Grand Lodge" and list of officers. Nice bright XF+. $50.00-65.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Mining/Metallurgy/Mineralogy //Whitehead and Hoag //
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772. CO Denver: Odd Fellows Badge, 1908. Colorful, multi-part badge. "I.O.O.F." on miner's pan, crossed mining pick and shovel top pin from which is suspended gilt bronze bundle of wheat, and antiqued silvered state map "Colorado to Sovereign Grand Lodge St. Paul, 1907", farm plow, donkey, mining tools, with red and blue ribbon with gold letters "Denver 1908" 5.5 inches, Bright XF. Whitehead & Hoag on paper label on ribbon. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Celluloid - cello //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows // State of IA Iowa //
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773. CO Denver: Cello Photo Odd Fellows Badge, 1908. Brass hanger "Iowa"/cello from which is suspended purple ribbon with gold letters "84th Annual Session Sovereign Grand Lodge 1908 Denver, Co." from which is suspended brass rope around photographic celluloid button "Zala A. Church" below bust. 5.5 inches, Bright XF. Keystone Badge Co. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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774. CO Denver Odd Fellows Ribbon, 1908. White ribbon with blue letters "I Am Going to Denver the Mile-High Convention City to Attend the Sovereign Grand Lodge I.O.O.F. in 1908" 7.5 inches, wrinkled XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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775. CO Denver Odd Fellows Ribbon, 1908. Large brass hanger suspending purple ribbon with yellow letters "I.O.O.F. Past Grand Representative S.G.L. Denver 1908" 6.5 inches, XF. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Celluloid - cello //Flower/Floral //
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776. CO Denver: Odd Fellows Sunflower Cello Photo Badge, 1908. Sunflower made of yellow ribbons around black and white celluloid with brass ring "Sovereign Grand Lodge I.O.O.F. Denver 1908" around photograph of "Home" with canoe on lake. 2.5 inches. Neat. XF+. Western Badge. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Celluloid - cello //Birds (except eagles), etc. // State of DE Delaware //Odd Fellows //
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777. CO Denver Convention Badge, 1908. Brass bar with "Delaware First the Constitution Signed" from which is suspended by chains a blue and white celluloid "Compliments of Delaware Delegation Denver 1908" around hen and chickens. 3.5 inches, XF. Not marked, but probably Odd-Fellows. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Elks - BPOE //Mining/Metallurgy/Mineralogy //
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778. CO Denver: Specially Commissioned Elks Convention Gold Panning Badge, 1914. "Denver Queen City of the Rockies 1914" around cutout of Rocky Mountains from which is suspended cut-out gold miner's pan crossed by pick and two shovels and high relief elk's head in center "Golden Jubilee Grand Lodge Reunion B.P.O.E." Reverse: "Made for Sam Mayer, Denver by Robbins, Attleboro". Mayer was listed in the 1892 city directory as a "money broker." 2.75 inches. AU. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //German-American //Fests: Sangerfest/Music/Saengerfest/Volksfest/Gedenkfest //Swastika - good luck //
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779. CO Large, German-American Medal of Mountains around Denver, 1916. "Gut Heil" and good-luck swastika on top bar from which is suspended by red, white and blue ribbon a very large, roughly oval medal 80 mm x 42 mm. Center is a wreathed oval panorama of the mountains around Denver. Top is separately wreathed "31 Bundesturnfest" around the Turners' "FSFT" monogram. Below is "June 25-29 1913" and eagle perched on "Denver". Heavy, well done, XF. Colorado Badge & Nov. Co. $100.00-200.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Military: Daughters of Union Vets //
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780. CO Denver Daughters of Union Veterans Badge, ca. 1935. Two-part brass badge. Colorado State House above "Denver" and flower "Colorado" from which is suspended small medal "DUV" in wreath, XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Elks - BPOE //Atomic/Radiation/Irradiated //Mining/Metallurgy/Mineralogy //
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781. CO Montrose: Radium Mine Elks Convention Badge! 1914. Large, heavy, gilt bronze and multi-colored enameled two part badge celebrating a Radium Mine! "B.P.O.E. Denver 1914 Radium Ore" around high relief elk's head and clock from which is suspended large 52 mm roughly square scroll-shaped medal "Montrose We Supply the World with Radium 1053" above "Gunnison Tunnel" cornucopia, with enameled red and green apples at sides. By Robbins Co. Interestingly, the die cutter ran out of room in engraving "Tunnel" and had to recut and overlap the last letters. 4 inches. Originally had a sample of radium ore suspended from the top pin/badge, now missing (probably a good thing!). XF/AU. $75.00-150.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Agricultural //
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782. CO Pueblo Irrigation Congress Medal, 1910. "Pueblo 1910 National Irrigation Congress" around exhibition hall, "The Sunshine State" / Giant sugarbeet on which is "The Home of Cantaloupes, Sugar Beets, Alfalfa, Celery, Corn" with those types of produce around the sugar beet. 31 mm, copper, reeded edge. Bright Red AU+, minor spots, rare so nice! $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Mining/Metallurgy/Mineralogy //Union //Military: Other Military Organizations //
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783. CO Colorado Medal for Suppression of Riots in Gold Fields, 1904. Colorado state militia medal for 1903-1904 suppression of miner riots. "Colorado City, Cripple Creek, Telluride, Trinidad 1903-1904 on hanger" with red, white and blue ribbon. Bust of Governor James Peabody / Miner and Soldier, "Law and Order." Bronze medal, 38 mm, 95 mm total length. In 1901 the miners of Telluride, Colorado walked out, calling for a set daily wage, and for union representation. Mine owners refused and hired non-union men to reopen the miles. Some 250 armed strikers confronted the scab miners and after killing three, forced the rest to leave town. The owners were forced to agree to a $3 minimum daily wage. This fair settlement did not bring peace to the mines, for in 1903 there was a general strike of the mill and smelting workers and miners. In Colorado City the Western Federation of Miners called a strike demanding wage increases and the eight-hour day. A strike of miners in Cripple Creek involved 3500 miners from 50 mines. The mine owners brought in outside miners and appealed for martial law. On 4 Sept. 1903 Governor Peabody ordered Brig. Gen Sherman Bell to proceed to Cripple Creek with the militia to maintain peace and order. On 6 June 1904 (10 months later), an explosion at the Findley Mine railroad station killed 13 non-union miners. The mine owners were quick to blame the union, precipitating lynching, censorship and destruction of the local newspaper. Mobs stormed the union hall and the militia arrested union men and sympathizers. By the 10th over 200 men were forcefully deported from the Cripple Creek district. Soon the mines started up again (with non-union miners) and the militia left 16 July. Choice AU. $325.00-350.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Masonic: Medals //Knights Templar //
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784. CO Spectacular 1892, Knights Templar, Pike's Peak Medal, 1892. Multi-layer, gold-plated, enameled medal in form of a cross with central overlay of cut-out circle around Pike's Peak and other mountains. Enamel is mostly black, with white and red Knights Templar symbol. "1892 Twentyfifth Triennial Conclave KT US Denver Colo." around "Grand Encampment" on banner and "Grand Commandery K.T. Colorado" etc. By C. F. Irons. 47 mm, vertical pin back. Striking! One of the most beautiful Masonic medals! Mint. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado // State of CA California //Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins //
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785. CO San Francisco: Knights Templar Medal, 1904. Chocolate bronze "Colorado" hanger from which is suspended black and yellow ribbon beginning to fray, with gold letters: "San Francisco 1904" and 38 mm medium chocolate brown medal: "Grand Commandery K. T. Colorado Organized March 14, 1876" around cross and crown / Knights Templar Maltese cross, etc. Hanger and medal uncirculated. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Insurance //Fire Department/Firefighters //
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786. CO Impressive, Multi-Part National Association of Fire Insurance Agents Badge, 1905. Four-party enameled gilt bronze badge: "Delegate" enameled on gold miner's pan with crossed pick and shovel, Colorado state capital in center, from which is suspended a small map of Colorado with "Denver" marked, and the forepart of a burrow enameled in blue "10th Annual Convention Aug. 16-18 1905" from which is suspended "The Nat. Ass'n of Local Fire Insurance Agents" 3.25 inches. Choice! XF+ $40.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CO Colorado //Military Veterans: G.A.R. GAR //Railroad //
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787. CO GAR National Encampment Medal Pike's Peak Railroad Medal, 1905. Large medal for the 39th national encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic in Denver, 1905. Cog railway terminal and observatory with two cog locomotives toward top of the peak, "Pike's Peak" on rock in foreground / Ten line legend in wreath. 70 mm, bronze, tiny edge ding. XF/AU. $75.00-90.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //German-American //Fests: Sangerfest/Music/Saengerfest/Volksfest/Gedenkfest //
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788. CT German-American Connecticut Music Festival Medal, 1885. Wreath around Lyre / "Zur Erinnerung an das 2te Connecticut Saengerfest, Bridgeport, Juni 22 & 23, 1885" Not in Rulau. 29 mm, white metal, holed for suspension. Lightly toned AU. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Israel //Jewish/Judaica/Hebraica //Political: Cloth //Military: Revolutionary War //
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789. CT Brooklyn: Israel Putnam Monument Dedication Ribbon for State Legislators, 1888. Israel Putnam commanded the American Revolutionary forces at the battle of Bunker Hill, where he spoke the immortal words, "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes." Ribbon for state legislators. Blue with black letters and shield "Legislature, Putnam Monument June 14, 1888" 6 inches. XF, with unusual side fringe! $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Irish fraternal //Celluloid - cello //
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790. CT Danbury: Irish-American Hibernia Society Convention Badge, 1919. "Delegate" in shaped brass bar from which hangs white ribbon with laid on red, white and blue American and gold and green Irish flags. At bottom is suspended a photographic celluloid "12th Biannual Convention Conn. L.A.A.O.H. Sept. 10-11, 1919, Danbury" around photograph of man's bust (a priest?) 5.25 inches. XF. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Military: Non-GAR CW Vet Organizations // State of NY New York //
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791. CT/NY National Guard, CT Governor's Foot Guard and NY Tibbits Veteran Corps Visit to Hartford Ribbon, 1880. Company C of the 2nd Regiment of the New York National Guard is called the Tibbits Veteran Corps. This ribbon was issued for its encampment with the Connecticut National Guard Governor's Foot Regiment. Black letters on blue ribbon. "Troy, N.Y. Guest First Company Governor's Foot Guard Hartford, Conn. Sept. 21, 22, 1880" and "TVC" monogram of Tibbits Veteran Corps with crossed swords. 7.5 inches. XF. $40.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Military: Non-GAR CW Vet Organizations // State of NY New York //
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792. CT/NY National Guard. Tibbits Veterans Corps Visit to Hartford Ribbon, 1879. Company C of the 2nd Regiment of the New York National Guard is called the Tibbits Veteran Corps. This ribbon was issued for its encampment with the Connecticut National Guard. Black letters on blue ribbon. "Guest Tibbits Veteran Corps Troy N.Y. Hartford, Ct. August 1879" and eagle perched on shield. 8.5 inches. XF. $40.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //
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793. CT Hartford Fourth of July Ribbon, 1883. Light blue ribbon with dark blue letters "Fourth of July 1883 Choir and eagle perched on shield "City of Hartford Conn" 5.75 inches, XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Military: Non-GAR CW Vet Organizations //

794. CT Hartford Civil War Veterans Reunion / William Buckingham Portrait and Statue Dedication Medal, 1884. "William Buckingham Governor Connecticut 1858 1866" around 3/4th facing bust in suit / "Reunion of Union Veterans, June 18, 1884" around "Unveiling of Buckingham Statue". He went on to become a US senator from 1869 until his death in office in 1875. Unlisted in Rulau. 34 mm white medal. Lightly toned XF/AU. $40.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Military: Non-GAR CW Vet Organizations //
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795. CT Civil War Veterans Reunion Medal, 1884. "William Buckingham War Governor, Connecticut 1858 1866" around bust / "Reunion of Union Veterans Hartford June 18, 1884" around "Unveiling of Buckingham Statue" By Carl E. Snyder. 34 mm, white medal, holed for suspension. Well toned XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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796. CT Meriden: Odd Fellows Badge, ca. 1880. Heavy silvered bronze bar "Silver City" from which is suspended white ribbon with gold braid bottom and black letters "Canton Meriden No. 2. 1st Reg't P.M. I.O.O.F. Dep't of Conn." member standing in full regalia with sash, sword, plumbed hat, etc. 5 inches. Graphic! XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Anniversary/Centennial/etc. //Whitehead and Hoag //Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins //

797. CT Middletown Sesquicentennial St. John's Masonic Lodge, 1904. Small gilt brass hanger "1754-1904" from which is suspended by a blue ribbon a 28 mm gilt brass medal. "150th Anniversary St. John's Lodge No. 2" around Masonic compass, square and "G" / "Feb. 4, 1754, Middletown Conn., Feb. 4, 1904". By Whitehead and Hoag. 2 1/2 inches. XF $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Military: National Guard //U.S. Trade Tokens: 1866-89 //
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798. CT Niantic Encampment Medal, 1888. Civil War era soldier standing guard duty in front of four tents, canon and crossed rifles, with border of stars / "Department of the Connecticut State National Guard" around wreath within which is "Niantic Aug. 1888" Not in Rulau. 38 mm, white-metal. Bright Proof-like Unc. $50.00-75.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Washington, George Washington //
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799. CT Norwalk: IF Woods: Washington Medal, 1869. I. F. Woods Memorial Series. "Norwalk Conn Memorial 1869" around uniformed bust of George Washington / Twelve line legend. Uncirculated, lacquered. Baker-369C. Bright! $75.00-100.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Masonic: Badges Ribbons Pins //

800. CT Norwich Medallic Masonic Badge, ca. 1890. Thick, medallic rectangle for engraving name, from which is suspended cutout crowned Maltese cross with crossed swords (one grip broken), in center is Knight's Templar's skull, etc. and "Norwich Commandery, KT 46". By B. O. Penfold, Buffalo. 2 1/4 inches, gilt brass. XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Military: Revolutionary War //Generals/Military leaders //
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801. CT Putnam Phalanx National Guard Ribbon, ca. 1890. White ribbon with dark blue letters and bust of Revolutionary War General Israel Putnam. "Compliments of the Putnam Phalanx". 7.25 inches, XF, stain at bottom. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Military: Daughters of Union Vets //Celluloid - cello //
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802. CT Williamsport: Daughters of America Convention Celuloid and Ribbon, 1923. Red, white and blue celluloid American flags and eagle above "D of A" on shield with red, white and blue ribbon, silver letters "32nd Annual Convention Daughters of America Williamsport Sept. 25-26, 1923" 3.25 inches. XF, ribbon a bit faded. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Bridge/Highway //Anniversary/Centennial/etc. //Whitehead and Hoag //

803. CT Windsor Locks Centennial Medal, 1954. "1854 1954 May Thirtieth 100th Anniversary of Windsor Locks Conn" / Three circular medallions of steam locomotive airplane, and old pole-boat going through the lock. By Whitehead and Hoag. 31 mm, light bronze, XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Military: Civil War related //
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804. CT Removal of Battle Flags Medal, 1879. "The Union Saved" around flags, cannon, etc. from the Civil War, with the cannon marked "1861 1865" / "Removal of Connecticut Battle Flags" Sept 17th 1878" around state capital building, "Hartford" below. 29 mm, white metal, top hole. Bright XF. $25.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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805. CT Connecticut Odd Fellows Home Medal, 1893. "Odd Fellow Home of Connecticut 'Fairview'" around home surrounded by trees / "Dedicated April 26, 1893" and fourteen other lines listing IOOF officers. By C. Reinson. 39 mm, thick aluminum, holed for suspension. Bright Unc. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //Celluloid - cello //
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806. CT Israel Putnam Odd Fellows Lodge Ribbon, 1915. Brass hanger from which is suspended red ribbon with silver letters "25th Anniversary Israel Putnam Lodge No. 33 April 17, 1915" from which is suspended multi-colored celluloid rings and eye in brass rope. 4 inches, AU. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of CT Connecticut //Anniversary/Centennial/etc. //
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807. CT Nutmeg Suspended from Connecticut Tercentennial Shield, 1935. Bronze shield, 18 mm, "Connecticut 1635 1935 Tercentennary" from which is suspended a genuine nutmeg nut, which is 1/2 x 1 inches, light brown, with hook inserted at top for suspension. On original green card "Connecticut's Wooden Nutmeg Souvenir Made and Distributed by Eastern Windham County Tercentenary Committee, Danielson, Conn. 15 Cents". Rare with original card! About AU, card worn. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Washington, George Washington //Morgan: George T. Morgan //
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808. DC Unlisted Centennial of George Washington Inauguration Medal by the Engraver of the Morgan Silver Dollar, 1889. "George Washington 1789" around bust of Washington right / "Washington D.C." Unusual view of Capital and adjoining buildings. Medal for the D. C. festivities. The obverse is signed "M" for George T. Morgan, designer of the Morgan silver dollar, and is a known die that also was used for the New York State Festivities (Rulau-Fuld revision of Baker, page 212). This reverse die is unrecorded. 35 mm, white metal, holed for suspension. Very bright proof-like AU, dings. $125.00-175.00+
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Patent Office/Patents //Farm Related (Tractor/Plow/etc.) //
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809. DC Patent Office Centennial Medal, 1891. Thick medal. "Patent Office United States of America" around angry looking eagle defending American shield, resting on plow, gear in background. Patent Centennial Celebration Washington April 10, 1891. By C. L. Chapelle. 48 mm, 4 mm thick, aluminum, holed for suspension. GEM Proof-like. Unusual to find this thick an aluminum medal. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Military Veterans: G.A.R. GAR //
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810. DC Grand Army of the Republic Potomac Ribbon, 1892. Red ribbon with black letters "24th Annual Encampment Department of the Potomac, G.A.R. February 1892" 5.75 inches, XF, fraying top/bottom. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Dewey: George Dewey //Whitehead and Hoag //Peace Jubilee //

811. DC Admiral Dewey / Washington Peace Jubilee Bi-Metal Medal, 1899. Gilt brass 33 mm radiate star encasing 18 mm aluminum medal. "Peace Jubilee, May 23-25, 1899, Washington" around dove holding olive branch / 3/4th facing bust of Admiral Dewey. By Whitehead and Hoag. Type unlisted by Rulau and by Wallis and Dewey. XF. $50.00-65.00+
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Made-from or Relic //Other Presidents/V.P. //Barber: Charles Barber //McKinley: William McKinley //Barber: Charles Barber //Military: War of 1812 //
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812. DC US Capitol Centennial Relic Medal BADGE, John Adams and William McKinley Portrait, 1900. Important Relic Medal engraved at the Philadelphia Mint containing metal from the old Capitol and the old White House of 1800. "John Adams 1800 William McKinley 1900" around busts of Presidents Adams and McKinley. Reverse "United States Capitol 1900" above modern Capitol building, "Commemorative of Establishment of the Capital in the District of Columbia, United States Capitol 1800" and the old Capitol building that was burnt by the British during the War of 1812. Dies cut at the US Mint by Charles Barber from a design of William P. Van Wickle, and struck by the Washington jewelry firm of R. Harris & Co. One of the very few medallic portraits of Adams. 43 mm, 4 mm thick, chocolate bronze, with claw clamp attached at top. Suspended from red, white and blue ribbon by ornate hanger. Comes with photocopy of a note on these medals which was published in the 1977 Numismatist. Choice AU. $200.00-225.00+
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Made-from or Relic //Political: Medals/Tokens: Pre-1901 //McKinley: William McKinley //Military: War of 1812 //Other Presidents/V.P. //
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813. DC US Capitol Centennial Relic Medal, John Adams and William McKinley Portrait, 1900. Important Relic Medal engraved at the Philadelphia Mint containing metal from the old Capitol and the old White House of 1800. "John Adams 1800 William McKinley 1900" around busts of Presidents Adams and McKinley. Reverse "United States Capitol 1900" above modern Capitol building, "Commemorative of Establishment of the Capital in the District of Columbia, United States Capitol 1800" and the old Capitol building that was burnt by the British during the War of 1812. Dies cut at the US Mint by Charles Barber from a design of William P. Van Wickle, and struck by the Washington jewelry firm of R. Harris & Co. One of the very few medallic portraits of Adams. 43 mm, 4 mm thick, chocolate bronze, with claw clamp attached at top for suspension. Comes with photocopy of a note on these medals which was published in the 1977 Numismatist. AU, spots. $150.00-175.00+
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Female-Related/Woman (not suffrage) //Whitehead and Hoag //Celluloid - cello //Political: Celluloid Buttons //Carnival //
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814. DC Washington: Woman's Republican Assn Carnival Badge, ca. 1900. Metal top hanger from which is white ribbon with gold letters "Carnival Woman's Republican Asso'n. Washington, D. C." from which is suspended a celluloid button in brass ring consisting of crossed American flags. 4 inches. XF. Whitehead & Hoag. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Military: Spanish American War //
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815. DC Spanish-American War Veterans Ribbon, 1906. Brass bar from which is suspended yellow ribbon with gold letters "3rd National Auxiliary U.S.W.V. Delegate Assembly Washington, D.C. Oct. 8-9-10, 1906" 6 inches, XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Masonic: Eastern Star/Female Masonic //

816. DC Eastern Star US Capital Badge. US Capital "17th Triennial Session General Grand Chapter Order Eastern Star" Heavy copper shell, 47 mm. Nice XF.
CrossRef: State of DC District of Columbia //Books/Literature on Tokens/Medals //

817. "Merchant Tokens of Washington, DC", 1982. By David E. Schenkman, 80 pages, photos, prices. Hard bound, blue cloth, gilt. As New. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of DE Delaware //Expositions/Fairs Other U.S. Exhibitions //Agricultural //

818. DE Delaware Fair Medal, ca. 1880. Arms of Delaware / "Souvenir Agricultural and Industrial Fair" By "P. L. Krider Co., Phila." Not in Rulau. 25 mm brass, top hole,about VF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of DE Delaware // State of MN Minnesota //Celluloid - cello //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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819. DE /MN: Odd Fellows Badge, 1907. Three rings from which is suspended purple ribbon with gold letters "Delaware to St. Paul 1907" and blue on white celluloid button with chicken and hens. 3 inches, $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of FL Florida //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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820. FL Jacksonville: Odd Fellows Badge, 1919. "Jacksonville 1819-1919" on gilt bronze bar from which is suspended 32 mm petal-shaped gilt bronze medal. "Florida Grand Lodge I.O.O.F." around scales, rings, Florida seal, etc. 2.25 inches, XF. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of FL Florida //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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821. FL Jacksonville: Centennial of Odd Fellows Badge, 1924. Two-part gilt brass badge. "Centennial Session Jacksonville, Fla." around elaborate panorama of city with Florida seal from which is suspended "I.O.O.F. 100th Annual Session 1924" around rings, seal, etc. 3.25 inches, Mint, on original card, card torn, corner missing. $25.00-40.00+
CrossRef: State of FL Florida //Railroad //
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822. FL Jacksonville: Order of Railroad Conductors Convention Badge, 1928. Large bronze hanger "Florida" over beach scene from which is suspended by red, green and white ribbon a shield shaped medal "Jacksonville No. 196, 39th Grand Division O.R.C." around "1928" Florida and Order of Railroad Conductors shields. XF. $50.00-65.00+
CrossRef: State of FL Florida //Military: American Legion //
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823. FL Miami: American Legion National Convention Badge, 1955. Pink ribbon on medal bar with gold letters "Delegate" from which is hung a large red, white and blue painted bronze medal. "35th National Convention 1955" above crossed flags and Miami panorama "Greater Miami" and American Legion Auxiliary seals. XF/AU.
CrossRef: State of FL Florida //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //
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824. FL Florida Odd Fellows Badge, ca. 1910. Gilt bronze oval with red and green pineapple "Florida FLT" and rings. 40 mm x 29 mm. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: Numismatists //Coin Club/Numismatic Organizations: US // State of FL Florida // State of WI Wisconsin //

825. FL Group of Coin Dealer and Coin Club Medals. Lot of 11 mostly large ca. 38mm medals, half from 1950s or 1960s. Florida and Wisconsin coin clubs, various dealer medals. N-S, brass, BZ, copper, AL, and one AVA in plastic. About AU-Unc, 11pcs. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of GA Georgia //Elks - BPOE //Celluloid - cello //Agricultural //
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826. GA Atlanta: Elk's Watermelon Badge, 1923. Bronze badge around red, white and green celluloid watermelon. High relief elk's head "B.P.O.E Grand Lodge Reunion Atlanta 1923" 43 mm. XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of GA Georgia //Celluloid - cello //Ship/Sailing/Nautical //
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827. GA Savannah Cotton Association Badge, 1925. Brass name hanger from which is suspended blue ribbon with gold letters "Atlantic Cotton Association Savannah 1925" and at bottom a celluloid button "S.S. Savannah" an ocean-going sidewheller with three main sailing masts. Reverse has paper insert "W. E. Floding Mir. Atlanta, Ga." 4.75 inches, XF. WE Floding Mfr. $25.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of GA Georgia // State of IA Iowa //Celluloid - cello //IOOF: International Order of Odd Fellows //

828. GA "Grand Sire" IOOF Celluloid, 1902. "Georgia at Des Moines 1902 John B. Goodwin, Grand Sire" around photograph. 32 mm, pinback, XF. $20.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Military: Sons of Union Veterans SUV //Celluloid - cello //
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829. IL Alton Sons of Veterans Encampment Badge, 1913. Photographic celluloid 1/2 inch button/pin "A. L. Van Ness Our Commander" around bust from which is red, white and blue ribbon with gold letters "Thirty-First Encampment Illinois Division Sons of Veterans Delegate Alton May 20-21-22, 1913" 4.75 inch, XF. St. Louis Button. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Other Fraternal Issuers //
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830. IL Aurora: Yeomen of America Badge, 1911. "Y. of A." on green enameled flag, from which is suspended a partially silvered bar engraved "Vice-Chancellor", from which is suspended bar "Delegate" in black enamel, from which is suspended sea-shell shaped medal. In the center of the medal is a radiant building labeled "National Office Yeomen of America" and below in green enamel is "Aurora, Ill. Home" On reverse is "National Convention Sept. 12th 9" The flag is marked "Manfd by J. M. Goodell Jr. Austin, Ill." XF. $35.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Female-Related/Woman (not suffrage) //Expositions/Fairs Other U.S. Exhibitions //
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831. IL Aurora: Central States Fair and Exposition Prize Ribbons, 1923. First and second place ribbons in blue and red with gold letters "Womens Dept. Central States Fair & Exposition Aurora, Ill. 1923" 7.25 inches. Two ribbons in lot, XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Celluloid - cello //
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832. IL Aurora: Central States Exposition 12 Celluloids, ca. 1925. "Central States Exposition, Greatest Fair and Exposition in the Middle West, Aurora, Illinois" around map of the central US, with Aurora marked with a star, "Where City and County Meet." Various colors, colored rim. 37 mm. XF. Lot of 12 mixed. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Agricultural //
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833. IL Boone County Fair Prize Ribbon, 1923. Blue ribbon with gold letters and seal. "First Premium Boone County Fair Belvidere Illinois 1923" and Illinois state seal, XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Military Veterans: G.A.R. GAR //
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834. IL Cairo: GAR Encampment and General John Black Portrait Medal, 1896. John Charles Black was born in Mississippi, and was a student at Wabash College in Indiana when Fort Sumter was bombed. He enlisted the next day in the 11th Indiana Volunteers, and took part in the Battle of Romney in what is now West Virginia on June 11, 1861. When his three month enlistment was over, Black returned to his home in Danville, IL, where he and his brother recruited Company K of the 37th Illinois Volunteers, and he was elected Major. Black served with distinction in most of the Confederate States, and at the end of the Civil War was brevetted Brigadier-General of the US Volunteers. In 1896 he was elected Commander of the Illinois GAR, and in 1903 became Commander-in-Chief of the national GAR. Bust of Black 3/4 facing, "Department Commander 1899" / "30th Annual Encampment Depart. of Illinois G.A.R. Cairo May 12-14, 1896" 38 mm, bronze, with integral loop. Toned XF. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Female-Related/Woman (not suffrage) //
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835. IL Illinois Federation of Women's Clubs Convention Ribbon, 1916. White ribbon with gold letters "Illinois Federation of Women's Clubs Delegate Urbana-Champaign Nov. 14-17 1916" 6 inches $15.00-20.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //U.S. Merchant Tokens: 1845-60 //

836. IL M-8c Chicago: Burbank & Shaw: Doubled Reverse, 1845. The scarcer doubled reverse, clear and sharp doubling. Dealers in Dry Goods, a classic early scarce IL storecard. Choice brown Fine/VF. $50.00-70.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //
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837. IL Chicago: Old Settler Pic Nic Ribbon, 1880. Gold ribbon with metallic fringe and black letters "Old Settler Pic Nic," Chicago, Aug. 30. 1880. 1843" (The incorporation date of Chicago is given incorrectly as 1843). 6.75 inches. Nice, but a bit faded, some fringe missing. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //German-American //Fests: Sangerfest/Music/Saengerfest/Volksfest/Gedenkfest //U.S. Trade Tokens: 1866-89 //
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838. IL German-American Chicago Music Festival Medal, 1881. North American Sangerfest, Chicago, 1881. German legend around woman holding lyre / German legend in wreath. Rulau page 622 (Ch-64). 30 mm, white metal. Toned XF/AU. $25.00-30.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Luxembourg-American //
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839. IL Chicago: Luxemburg Brotherhood Very Large Fraternal Ribbon, ca. 1890. Immigrants from the tiny Duchy of Luxembourg created one of the smallest, but most enduring and ethnically conscious groups of Chicago. The first Luxembourgers reached Chicago about 1842, and by the mid 1880s had created a Luxembourg area on Ridge Avenue at its intersection with Devon. Many of them built greenhouses and cultivated vegetables, and tried to make their community distinct from the German-Americans who were associated with labor radicalism and the 1886 Haymarket bombing. The Luxemburger Bruderbund was founded in that year, and still exists today. Large fraternal membership ribbon entirely in German. Five-pointed metallic flower with metallic tassel in center of three inch flower made of purple ribbon. This is on top of a black, red, white and blue, heavy ribbon with gold letters "Luxenburger Unterstutzungs Verein von Chicago, Ill." At bottom is metallic fringe. 12 inches. One of the largest fraternal ribbons we have encountered! XF $75.00-85.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Boot/Shoe/Feet //Gay Nineties: 1890-1900 //U.S. Trade Tokens: 1866-89 //
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840. IL Chicago: Tilt-Smith Shoe Company Medal, ca. 1890. "Manufactured by the Tilt-Smith Shoe Co." around foot and shoe form, "Streeters, Foot Form, Chicago" / "No Goodyear Welt Shoes Genuine without This Trademark" around "Goodyear Welt Trade Mark" on Globe. Rulau page 950, Chi-160. Choice XF/AU $30.00-35.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Celluloid - cello //Stockbroker //Corn //
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841. IL Chicago Board of Trade Badge, ca. 1890. Heavy hanger and medal cello "Chicago" on bar from which is suspended wreath around celluloid "Y" on purple shield with corn and wheat behind, and purple ribbon with gold letters "Board of Trade" 5.5 inches, XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Religious/Theology/Church/Bible //Verein //German-American //
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842. IL Chicago's St. Benedict's Church Ribbons, ca. 1890. Four church ribbons. One is 8 inches with metallic braid, entirely in German. Silver on red one side, and silver on black the other. "St. Benedictus Manner-Verein" above the Benedictine initials, "St. Benedictus Kirche, Chicago, Ill." Three 2.5 inch silver on red ribbons "St. Benedict's Church, Chicago", About XF. $30.00-50.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Nudes/Human figures //Celluloid - cello //

843. IL Chicago: Nude Child Clothing Pinback, ca. 1896. Chicago clothing company pinback. White on brown. "Listening to the Praises of K. N. & F. Co. Clothing" around small, nude boy, who is "listening." Reverse reads "Kuh Nathan & Fisher Co., Clothing, Woolens, Chicago" and has 1896 patent date. 22 mm. XF. $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Post Office //Gay Nineties: 1890-1900 //
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844. IL New Chicago Post Office Medal, 1899. Second known example of medal for the "New" Chicago Post Office intended for wearing at the inaugural ceremonies. "Oct. 9th 1899" around building. Reverse is thirteen stars in wreath above a heraldic eagle, ribbon in beak, holding olive branch and arrows in talons. 43 mm, 3 mm thick, gilt brass with soldered loop, about XF, bright. $50.00-60.00+
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CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Luxembourg //
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845. IL Chicago. Luxemburg Brotherhood In Memoriam Ribbon, ca. 1900. Immigrants from the tiny Duchy of Luxembourg created one of the smallest, but most enduring and ethnically conscious groups of Chicago. The first Luxembourgers reached Chicago about 1842, and by the mid 1880s had created a Luxembourg area on Ridge Avenue at its intersection with Devon. Many of them built greenhouses and cultivated vegetables, and tried to make their community distinct from the German-Americans who were associated with labor radicalism and the 1886 Haymarket bombing. The Luxemburger Bruderbund was founded in that year, and still exists today. White bow on top of black ribbon with silver-colored metallic fringe. Letters in silver "In Memoriam Luxembourger Brotherhood Section 3 Chicago" 5 inches. XF $20.00-25.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Masonic: Centennial BiCentennial Etc. //Masonic: Medals //
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846. IL Illinois Masonic Semi-Centennial Medal, 1900. "1850 Commemorating the Semi-Centennial Anniversary 1900" / "Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Illinois" around Radiate Star of David. By "Childs, Chicago." 40mm copper. XF. $30.00-40.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Military Veterans: G.A.R. GAR //Made-from or Relic //Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln //
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847. IL Chicago: Grand Army of the Republic Convention Badge, 1900. Two-Part copper badge. "On the Record of Our Years, Abraham Lincoln's Name Appears, Grant and Logan and Our Tears, Illinois, Illinois" from which is suspended odd shaped badge "Official Souvenir Chicago Encampment G.A.R. 1900" / "This is to certify that this badge is made from captured cannon" etc. In center an aluminum medallion of Lincoln standing, flanked by two generals on horseback. 2.75 inches. AU. $50.00-100.00+
CrossRef: State of IL Illinois //Political: Medals/Tokens: Post-1900 //
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848. IL Chicago City Clerk Portrait Campaign Medal, 1901. "William Loeffler for City Clerk of Chicago" around 3/4th facing bust of in business suit and hat / "Vote for William Loeffler for City Clerk, Tuesday April 2nd, 1901". Loeffler later was a delegate to the 1904 Democratic National C