Call 800 3759006 to order socalled dollars at apmex. Several socalled dollars were struck with the same design for the same event in a larger size than inchandahalf. Theres no obvious reason why they sell so high they are common but they bring good money. Kennedy would replace benjamin franklin on the coinsocalled franklin half dollars had been produced since 1948. Get the best deals on socalled dollars when you shop the largest online.
The walking liberty half dollar coin was produced from 1916 to 1947. Perhaps we are midway in our discussions no consensus yet. Semicentennial hk5 to hk8 crystal palace hk9 to hk10b heenansayers boxing bout hk11 to hk11e bombardment of fort sumter hk12 to hk12b pacific railway completion hk to hk15 pilgrim jubilee memorial hk10031003a san francisco mint coining press hk16 to hk18 battle of lexington centennial. Socalled dollars an online reference to the book by hibler and. Numismatist jeff shevlin is currently researching and preparing to. There are many unlisted varieties of socalled dollars that were unknown to hibler and kappen and to hkresearch and listings by fellow collectors, they have been included within these pages whenever possible.
The columbian half dollar sold well, although it did not meet its authorized mintage limit. The kennedy half dollar, first minted in 1964, is a fiftycent coin currently issued by the united. Jan 25, 2016 at the 2016 florida united numismatists annual winter convention, coinweek met up with so called dollar expert jeff shevlin to ask him about the status of his next scholarly book on so called dollars. The sections author, jeff shevlin, is a specialist in the field. Jeff shevlin, socalled guy david lisot, interviewer jeff shevlin, know as the socalled guy along with william hyder, has written a new book about a. Tom hoffman, dave hayes, jonathan brecher, and john dean.
It appears one reason that hk may have chose the 33mm limit is that they are many 32mm medals. Hyder have announced the release of their new book, socalled dollars from the pacific coast expositions. Socalled dollars view precious metals prices apmex. Socalled dollars an online reference to the book by hibler. Socalled dollars an online reference to the book by. The national coin holder with socalled half dollars that was illustrated in last weeks issue caught my eye. For the first time, these significant pieces will be included in whitman publishings second deluxe edition of a guide book of united states coins the red book. Another possible implication is that more precise inclusionexclusion rules based on hk may allow cataloging of socalled half dollars which are smaller than 33mm. We offer competitive precious metals prices and secure 247 online ordering. Aug 24, 2015 the book, virtually the rosetta stone for this branch of exonumia, was updated in 2008 by four experts on so called dollars. Theres also the half moon design on the hudson socalled dollar by chester beach, which later appeared on the hudson commemorative half dollar. Semicentennial hk5 to hk8 crystal palace hk9 to hk10b heenansayers boxing bout hk11 to hk11e bombardment of fort sumter.
There is a book coming, but as of yet i havent heard that its out yet. Socalled half dollar project mercury telstar tokens. There are no reference books currently available and guessing the value and rarity is really quite difficult. Discover the world of charbneau so called dollars, a new book by jeff shevlin and william d. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. Oct 06, 2011 jeff shevlin, so called guy david lisot, interviewer jeff shevlin, know as the so called guy along with william hyder, has written a new book about a specialty area in collecting so called dollars. There have been a few major worlds fairs and similar expositions that have generated a plethora of different socalled dollars and related exonumia. Another possible implication is that more precise inclusionexclusion rules based on hk may allow cataloging of so called half dollars which are smaller than 33mm. When the half dollar was first issued, its weight was 208 grains and its fineness. This site is intended to help collectors and dealers identify socalled dollars as listed in the major reference book socalled dollars by harold e. The book, virtually the rosetta stone for this branch of exonumia. Although there have been many propositions for reviving the book over the years, none were. That book today serves as the standard reference for so called dollars.
The book begins with the legendary erie canal completion issues of 1826 and proceeds to catalog 5 years of the golden age of american history, all the way up to 1961. Beginning with the legendary erie canal completion issues of 1826, 5. They get the name so called half dollars for the obvious reason they are the size of a half dollar. Smith also made so called half dollars for the 1947 pony express diamond jubilee in brass, silver, and nickel. See the current value of walking liberty coins, and tips for collecting walking liberty half. Sep 14, 2019 where can i find an up to date price guide on so called dollars. Kennedy was also considered for the quarter but jackie kennedy requested the half dollar design instead, as she thought it less fitting to have george washington replaced. Scarsdale coin remains the largest coin dealer of so called dollars in the country making a market both ways. This lot comprises two different collections of so called half dollars or sterling silver medals, both housed in capital plastic holders, including. The coin shown in the photos is the exact coin youll receive. New listing 1933 century of progress colorado hk869 1 oz silver socalled dollar world fair. Anyways, does anyone here happen to know whats up with this one. That book today serves as the standard reference for socalled dollars.
The half dollar, sometimes referred to as the half for short or 50cent piece, is a united states coin worth 50 cents, or one half of a dollar. The third edition of mega red the deluxe edition of the guide book of united states coins includes a tenpage fullcolor appendix on socalled dollars, a class of nearly 800 different historical medals, many of them struck by the united states mint. If you dont make a clear definition of any subject you write about, it will be argued about for generations. So called dollars also depict america as an ascendant economic power, with pieces celebrating various anniversaries of american businesses.
It is limited, probably, to some of the more popular pieces. Home auctionarchive private, territorial and other private tokens 1947 c. The third edition of mega red the deluxe edition of the guide book of united states coins includes a tenpage fullcolor appendix on socalled dollars, a class of nearly 800 different historical medals, many of them struck by the united states mint the sections author, jeff shevlin, is a specialist in the field. Hyder have announced the release of their new book, so called dollars from the pacific coast expositions. Auction lot counts and record prices for coin varieties of socalled dollars. Sep 01, 2017 pelham, alabama the third edition of mega red the deluxe edition of the guide book of united states coins includes a tenpage fullcolor appendix on socalled dollars, a class of nearly 800 different historical medals, many of them struck by the united states mint. I just started to research into the so called dollars over the past couple of weeks. Beginning with the legendary erie canal completion issues of 1826, 5 years of american history is reflected in the array. Includes exposition and commemorative medals, the bryan and lesher dollars and miscellanous monetary and other issues. Get the best deals on socalled dollars when you shop the. Socalled dollars fairs and expositions guide to value. This lot comprises two different collections of socalled half dollars or sterling silver medals, both housed in capital plastic holders, including. Where can i find an up to date price guide on socalled dollars.
Edison centennial ngc ms65 back to searchbrowse page for a larger image, click on lower right hand corner. Kenney authored an article on socalled dollars published in the julyaugust, 1953 edition of the coin collectors journal. In part 2, we shall talk about collecting so called half dollars. This may be my own interpretation and bias, so dont let that hinder you from reading, and benefitting, from a marvelous book. Discover the world of charbneau socalled dollars, a new book by jeff shevlin and william d. Jun 28, 2010 in part 2, we shall talk about collecting so called half dollars. I used to have a set but sold it and i dont have the images any longer. Detailed information about the coin socalled half dollar, project mercury telstar, tokens, with pictures and collection and swap management.
See the current value of walking liberty coins, and tips for collecting walking liberty half dollars also called walker halves and walking halves. I just started to research into the socalled dollars over the past couple of weeks. There are many unlisted varieties of so called dollars that were unknown to hibler and kappen and to hkresearch and listings by fellow collectors. Numismatist jeff shevlin is currently researching and preparing to publish a new book on so called dollars. I have given it a half hearted attempt at trying to find one, but, no luck. Pelham, alabama the third edition of mega red the deluxe edition of the guide book of united states coins includes a tenpage fullcolor appendix on socalled dollars, a class of nearly 800 different historical medals, many of them struck by the united states mint the sections author, jeff shevlin, is a specialist in the field.
Smith socalled half dollar is in superb gem condition. This standard was not changed until 1837, when the law of january 18, 1837, specified 20614 grains. Adams called roberts again on november 27 and authorized the project, stating that the. So called dollars this site is intended to help collectors and dealers identify so called dollars as listed in the major reference book so called dollars by harold e. Collecting socalled dollars is an intriguing and diverse area of study.
There have also been a whole host of smaller or less wellknown expositions that have medals and associated items. Stunning set of 6 socalled half dollars, lindberghedison. So called half dollars are a most interesting and challenging area to collect. The illustrated reference is the second in a series of books shevlin plans to publish to redefine and expand the field of collecting so called dollars. I have given it a halfhearted attempt at trying to find one, but, no luck. It is the largest united states circulating coin currently produced in both size and weight, being 1. So called dollar dealer jeff shevlin and william d. I do have some pricing from the most recent redbook. These old so called dollars are pretty neat except some collectors dont know what they are and they dont know that theyre really called scds, that turns out to be funny at times. Moving from success to significance suggests the readers first half, was not significant, a notion i personally disagree with. As with so called dollars, one must research the frequency of appearance, grade and price.
After nearly half a century, it is still the only volume of its kind in existence. Whitman publishing releases an overview of socalled dollars. When socalled dollars was published it was the first, and it is still the only book to deal comprehensively with its subject matter. One of the great things about numismatics is how it extends the reach of the past into the present, allowing us priceless. Lindbergh, first nonstop flight new york to paris ms65 prooflike. Walking liberty coins coin experts share their personal. Socalled dollars from the pacific coast expositions. Half dollar half dollars for sale us rare coin investments. Jan 03, 20 theres also the half moon design on the hudson so called dollar by chester beach, which later appeared on the hudson commemorative half dollar. Socalled dollars also depict america as an ascendant economic power, with pieces celebrating various anniversaries of american businesses. Pony express diamond jubilee, changing ponies ms66. Kappen was published in 1963 it was the first, and today, more than forty years later, it remains the only book on this specialized series of exposition, commemorative and monetary medals approximating dollar size.
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