If you dont make a clear definition of any subject you write about, it will be argued about for generations. The national coin holder with socalled half dollars that was illustrated in last weeks issue caught my eye. See the current value of walking liberty coins, and tips for collecting walking liberty half dollars also called walker halves and walking halves. 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. I have given it a halfhearted attempt at trying to find one, but, no luck. Socalled dollars an online reference to the book by hibler and.
Stunning set of 6 socalled half dollars, lindberghedison. Tom hoffman, dave hayes, jonathan brecher, and john dean. 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. When socalled dollars was published in 1963 it was the first, and more than forty years. Collecting socalled dollars is an intriguing and diverse area of study. Kennedy would replace benjamin franklin on the coinsocalled franklin half dollars had been produced since 1948. I just started to research into the so called dollars over the past couple of weeks.
When socalled dollars was published it was the first, and it is still the only book to deal comprehensively with its subject matter. 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 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. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. I do have some pricing from the most recent redbook. 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.
They get the name so called half dollars for the obvious reason they are the size of a half dollar. 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. Sep 14, 2019 where can i find an up to date price guide on so called dollars. Numismatist jeff shevlin is currently researching and preparing to. Detailed information about the coin socalled half dollar, project mercury telstar, tokens, with pictures and collection and swap management. Call 800 3759006 to order socalled dollars at apmex. 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. The illustrated reference is the second in a series of books shevlin plans to publish to redefine and expand the field of collecting socalled dollars. 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. 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. Theres also the half moon design on the hudson socalled dollar by chester beach, which later appeared on the hudson commemorative half dollar. This may be my own interpretation and bias, so dont let that hinder you from reading, and benefitting, from a marvelous book. There are many unlisted varieties of so called dollars that were unknown to hibler and kappen and to hkresearch and listings by fellow collectors. Home auctionarchive private, territorial and other private tokens 1947 c.
Whitman publishing releases an overview of socalled dollars. This site is intended to help collectors and dealers identify socalled dollars as listed in the major reference book socalled dollars by harold e. Jun 28, 2010 in part 2, we shall talk about collecting so called half dollars. See the current value of walking liberty coins, and tips for collecting walking liberty half.
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. Get the best deals on socalled dollars when you shop the. The coin shown in the photos is the exact coin youll receive. Get the best deals on socalled dollars when you shop the largest online. Pony express diamond jubilee, changing ponies ms66. The columbian half dollar sold well, although it did not meet its authorized mintage limit. Smith also made so called half dollars for the 1947 pony express diamond jubilee in brass, silver, and nickel. So called dollar dealer jeff shevlin and william d. 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. 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. We offer competitive precious metals prices and secure 247 online ordering. I used to have a set but sold it and i dont have the images any longer. Edison centennial ngc ms65 back to searchbrowse page for a larger image, click on lower right hand corner.
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. Several socalled dollars were struck with the same design for the same event in a larger size than inchandahalf. Smith socalled half dollar is in superb gem condition. Auction lot counts and record prices for coin varieties of socalled dollars. Semicentennial hk5 to hk8 crystal palace hk9 to hk10b heenansayers boxing bout hk11 to hk11e bombardment of fort sumter. The walking liberty half dollar coin was produced from 1916 to 1947. 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. Moving from success to significance suggests the readers first half, was not significant, a notion i personally disagree with. Numismatist jeff shevlin is currently researching and preparing to publish a new book on so called dollars.
In part 2, we shall talk about collecting so called half dollars. The kennedy half dollar, first minted in 1964, is a fiftycent coin currently issued by the united. Perhaps we are midway in our discussions no consensus yet. Socalled dollars an online reference to the book by. Beginning with the legendary erie canal completion issues of 1826, 5 years of american history is reflected in the array. The sections author, jeff shevlin, is a specialist in the field. It is limited, probably, to some of the more popular pieces. Socalled dollars from the pacific coast expositions. That book today serves as the standard reference for socalled dollars. Socalled dollars view precious metals prices apmex. The book, virtually the rosetta stone for this branch of exonumia. Adams called roberts again on november 27 and authorized the project, stating that the. Hyder have announced the release of their new book, so called dollars from the pacific coast expositions. After nearly half a century, it is still the only volume of its kind in existence.
Another possible implication is that more precise inclusionexclusion rules based on hk may allow cataloging of socalled half dollars which are smaller than 33mm. Hyder have announced the release of their new book, socalled dollars from the pacific coast expositions. 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. Discover the world of charbneau socalled dollars, a new book by jeff shevlin and william d. Although there have been many propositions for reviving the book over the years, none were. It appears one reason that hk may have chose the 33mm limit is that they are many 32mm medals. There is a book coming, but as of yet i havent heard that its out yet. At the 2016 florida united numismatists annual winter convention, coinweek met up with socalled dollar expert jeff shevlin to ask him about the. That book today serves as the standard reference for so called dollars. This standard was not changed until 1837, when the law of january 18, 1837, specified 20614 grains. This lot comprises two different collections of so called half dollars or sterling silver medals, both housed in capital plastic holders, including. 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. Theres no obvious reason why they sell so high they are common but they bring good money. It is the largest united states circulating coin currently produced in both size and weight, being 1.
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. Socalled half dollar project mercury telstar tokens. Beginning with the legendary erie canal completion issues of 1826, 5. More than 750 varieties are known, half of which are associated with a. Lindbergh, first nonstop flight new york to paris ms65 prooflike. Socalled dollars fairs and expositions guide to value. 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. 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. Where can i find an up to date price guide on socalled dollars. Collecting so called dollars is an intriguing and diverse area of study. When the half dollar was first issued, its weight was 208 grains and its fineness. I just started to research into the socalled dollars over the past couple of weeks. There are no reference books currently available and guessing the value and rarity is really quite difficult. Walking liberty coins coin experts share their personal.
This reverse is the same as on the confederate half dollars of 1861 which were restruck by bashlow and later by scott. There have also been a whole host of smaller or less wellknown expositions that have medals and associated items. 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. These socalled dollars were diverse in design and theme, and for. This lot comprises two different collections of socalled half dollars or sterling silver medals, both housed in capital plastic holders, including. Socalled dollars an online reference to the book by hibler.
Scarsdale coin remains the largest coin dealer of so called dollars in the country making a market both ways. Kenney authored an article on socalled dollars published in the julyaugust, 1953 edition of the coin collectors journal. Socalled dollars also depict america as an ascendant economic power, with pieces celebrating various anniversaries of american businesses. New listing 1933 century of progress colorado hk869 1 oz silver so called dollar world fair. Anyways, does anyone here happen to know whats up with this one. There have been a few major worlds fairs and similar expositions that have generated a plethora of different socalled dollars and related exonumia. So called dollars also depict america as an ascendant economic power, with pieces celebrating various anniversaries of american businesses. Includes exposition and commemorative medals, the bryan and lesher dollars and miscellanous monetary and other issues. One of the great things about numismatics is how it extends the reach of the past into the present, allowing us priceless. As with so called dollars, one must research the frequency of appearance, grade and price. New listing 1933 century of progress colorado hk869 1 oz silver socalled dollar world fair. I have given it a half hearted attempt at trying to find one, but, no luck. Discover the world of charbneau so called dollars, a new book by jeff shevlin and william d. So called half dollars are a most interesting and challenging area to collect.
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