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Catalogue of the Numismatic Collection of Charles A. Besson, Esq., Of Philadelphia, and Other Collectors: Comprising United States and Foreign Silver and Copper Coins, Irish Coins and Tokens, Medals, - Hardcover

John W. Haseltine

 
9780266930440: Catalogue of the Numismatic Collection of Charles A. Besson, Esq., Of Philadelphia, and Other Collectors: Comprising United States and Foreign Silver and Copper Coins, Irish Coins and Tokens, Medals,

Synopsis

Explore a sweeping auction catalog of rare coins, tokens, medals, and publications.

This nonfiction volume gathers United States and foreign silver and copper coins, Irish coins and tokens, store cards, political and Masonic medals, as well as numismatic publications. It accompanies a Bangs and Co. auction and showcases intricate pieces, proofs, and electrotypes drawn from a long-running collection.

This edition offers a detailed look at a wide range of items, from colonial and commemorative pieces to modern store cards and token issues. It presents historical coins and notable curiosities, organized for serious collectors and auction shoppers alike. The catalog also provides context through descriptions and size references, helping readers evaluate condition and rarity at a glance.
  • United States store cards and political tokens with varied reverses and obverses
  • Silver three-cent pieces, copper proofs, and a broad mix of foreign copper coins
  • Irish coins, tokens, medals, and notable electrotypes from the colonial and early republic periods
  • Medals, Christmas-era and commemorative pieces, and references to numismatic publications
Ideal for readers building a coin collection, researching auction catalogues, or preparing for bidding at auction.

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