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ANA Signature US Coin Sale 1258 2-6 Aug 2017
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1779 TOKEN Rhode Island Ship Medal, No Wreath, Brass, Betts-562, W-1730, R.3, AU58 PCGS. CAC. Sometimes called tokens, these medals are popular with American colonial collectors and Betts medal collectors. Three varieties of the Rhode Island Ship medals are known. The first had the word VLUGTENDE below the ship, the second had that word removed, and the third had a wreath placed where the word previously appeared. This piece represents the second variety that is relatively plentiful but still in high demand in better grades. While the estimated population is 300 to 500 examples, only about 20 are equal to or finer than this near-Mint piece. Unlike many contemporary 18th century brass pieces, this lovely piece lacks corrosion or unsightly patina. The surfaces have intermingled yellow and bluefish-brown toning with considerable luster. Listed on page 52 of the 2018 Guide Book. Population: 2 in 58, 10 finer. CAC: 1 in 58, 6 finer (6/17).
From The Don Willis Collection of US Colonial Coinage
HID02901242017
1779 TOKEN Rhode Island Ship Medal, No Wreath, Brass, Betts-562, W-1730, R.3, AU58 PCGS. CAC. Sometimes called tokens, these medals are popular with American colonial collectors and Betts medal collectors. Three varieties of the Rhode Island Ship medals are known. The first had the word VLUGTENDE below the ship, the second had that word removed, and the third had a wreath placed where the word previously appeared. This piece represents the second variety that is relatively plentiful but still in high demand in better grades. While the estimated population is 300 to 500 examples, only about 20 are equal to or finer than this near-Mint piece. Unlike many contemporary 18th century brass pieces, this lovely piece lacks corrosion or unsightly patina. The surfaces have intermingled yellow and bluefish-brown toning with considerable luster. Listed on page 52 of the 2018 Guide Book. Population: 2 in 58, 10 finer. CAC: 1 in 58, 6 finer (6/17).
From The Don Willis Collection of US Colonial Coinage
HID02901242017