Last Updated 11/12/10
Images © Ken Potter 2005 -- Not To
Be Used Without Written Permission
Color Tones
On Coin Are Reflections From The Photographic Technique
Used To Show The Reflectivity Of The Mirror-Like Backgrounds.
The Coin Is Actually An Immaculate Pure Silver Color!
1oz. Pure Silver
!!!Very Few Of These Left!!!
This is one of the scarcest "challenge coin" type medals made during the Gulf War. It was produced by a Minting authority for sale at a Reno show they attended, in a mintage of only 500 pieces. According to a published report by TMC in their May/June 1991 issue of their newsletter, A Closer Look ...
"attendance at the show wasn't much so we only sold about 300 pieces. We later realized, that with a total mintage of only 500 pieces, this had to be the rarest collectible of the Desert Shield - Desert Storm Gulf War!"
They then offered the balance of
pieces to dealers on their mailing list. With recent events, we dug deep
into our vault and pulled some of this memorabilia out for sale including a few
of these medals. Once many of the scarcer items like this one are gone
they will be very difficult to locate again. A unique memento
to anybody who served in the Gulf War or for the collector of military
memorabilia.
With its Reno theme this coin may also act as an
excellent "Poker Hole-Card Protector" when playing Texas Hold 'Em or
other forms of poker such as Omaha or Seven 7 Card Stud, where players can
use this coin to secure their down cards during play. It's
for those folks looking for something really unusual and of extremely high
quality -- and in this case -- rarity. This is a flawless "cameo"
proof-like strike; the backgrounds are perfect reflective
"blazing-mirrors" and the designs are frosty white. The contrast
between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It is a
one-ounce pure silver strike that measures 39 mm, which is a bit larger than the
old U.S. silver dollars that were so popular in Las Vegas gambling casinos in
years gone by. Add this one to your collection today!
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High Quality Die-Struck |
Here is a close-up view of the front and back of
the Marines Coin
All the designs are of this quality of workmanship and share the same reverse
design
These flawless set of "Challenge
Coin/Medals" are struck
on pure silver blanks; the backgrounds are perfect
reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and the designs
are frosty white cameos (which of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the
mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! The the obverse (front) of each
medal is an intricate work of art that honors one of the branches of the military while
the reverses (backs) feature a heraldic eagle and Liberty Bell as shown alongside of the Marines
coin above.
They measure 39 mm (approx 1-1/2") in diameter and are larger than an
old U.S. silver dollar!
This is the perfect gift for the collector of military memorabilia or coins!
Add this fascinating set of medals to your collection today!
Six Coin Set $250.00
Add $7.50 if presentation box and capsules are desired
Individual Coins May Be Ordered From This Set At $41.99 each
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High Quality Die-Struck |
Here is a close-up view of the front and back of
the Marines Coin
All the designs are of this quality of workmanship and share the same reverse
design
These flawless "Challenge Coins" are struck
on selected golden-bronze blanks and then richly layered with pure silver; the backgrounds are perfect
reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and the designs
are frosty white cameos (which of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the
mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! The the obverse (front) of each
medal is an intricate work of art that honors one of the branches of the military while
the reverses (backs) feature a heraldic eagle as shown alongside of the Marines
coin.
They measure 39 mm (approx 1-1/2") in diameter and are larger than an
old U.S. silver dollar!
This is the perfect gift for the collector of military memorabilia or coins!
Add this fascinating set of medals to your collection today!
$45.00 per set
Add $7.50 if presentation box and capsules are
desired
Individual Coins May Be Ordered From This Set At $14.50 each
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High Quality Die-Struck |
Here is a close-up view of the front and back of
the Marines Coin
All the designs are of this quality of workmanship and share the same reverse
design
These flawless set of "Challenge
Coins/Medals" boasts a beautiful golden-bronze finish; the backgrounds are
perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in
scans) and the designs are frosty cameos. The contrast between the
mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! The the obverse (front)
of each medal is an intricate work of art that honors one of the branches of the
military while the reverses (backs) feature a heraldic eagle as shown alongside
the Marines coin.
They measure 39 mm (approx 1-1/2") in diameter and
are larger than an old U.S. silver dollar! This is the perfect
gift for the collector of military memorabilia or coins! Add this
fascinating set of six golden-bronze medals to your collection today!
$42.00 per set
Add $7.50 if presentation box and capsules are
desired
Individual Coins May Be Ordered From This Set At $12.95 each
This flawless challenge coin is a part of the
Eagle Medallion series honoring the main branches of the military. It boasts
perfect reflective blazing-mirror backgrounds (which show up jet-black in scans)
while the designs are frosty white (which of course show up white in scans).
The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning!
The obverse (front) of this medal is an intricate work of art that honors this
branch of the military (as noted above) while the reverse (back) feature an
eagle in flight with open claws.
It measure 39 mm, is richly layered with .999 fine pure
silver and is larger than an old U.S. silver dollar! This is
the perfect gift for the collector of military memorabilia or coins!
Add this fascinating medallion to your collection today!
$14.50 each
(also available in golden-bronze at $12.95 each)
Free Display Offer Below!
This medal is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$41.99 each
Free Display Offer Below!
This is one of the most interesting "Challenge Coin" type medals made! A unique memento to anybody who served in Operation Desert Storm or Iraqi Freedom, or for the collector of military memorabilia. This is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" and the designs are frosty white. Very scarce!
$41.99 each
This is one of the most interesting "Challenge Coin" type medals made! A unique memento to anybody who served in Operation Desert Storm or Iraqi Freedom, or for the collector of military memorabilia. This is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" and the designs are frosty white. Very scarce! Only 50 minted in golden bronze!
$19.99 each
"The screw driven into Saddam's head says
"Made In America" on its upper shank"
This commemorative medal contains one troy ounce of pure .999 Silver, has a reeded edge and is 39 mm in diameter (larger than a U.S. Silver Dollar). It is one of the most interesting commemorative medals made during the Gulf War and is also appropriate to the latest conflict in Iraq. The screw driven into Saddam's head says "Made In America" on its upper shank. The reverse of this medal displays an attractive Eagle & Liberty Bell along with a statement attesting to the medal's weight and purity in silver. A unique memento to anybody who served in the Gulf War or for the collector of military memorabilia.
$41.99 each
This is one of the most interesting "Challenge Coin" type medals made! This is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" and the designs are frosty white. Only 50 minted!
$19.99 each
$46.00 each
Made and assembled in the USA
Our United States Marine Corps belt buckle is assembled from high quality metal die-castings that are made in the USA! It's plated with a highly durable finish that will last for years with normal care. The commemorative coin enclosed is 39 mm (approximately 1-1/2" in diameter) and is either richly layered in pure silver or is pure silver depending on what you desire. The design boasts the Eagle On Globe w/Anchor Insignia along with the famous Iwo Jima scene.
w/Coin Richly Layered In Silver $36.00
w/Pure Silver Coin $55.00
Note: Any of
the coins on this page described as 39 mm may be assembled into one of these
belt buckles!
Just pick the item desired and we will assemble it into a buckle. As for
price.
This flawless challenge coin or medal (call
it what you want) is a part of the Eagle Medallion series honoring the main
branches of the military. It boasts perfect reflective blazing-mirror
backgrounds while the designs are frosty white. The contrast between the
mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! The obverse (front) of
this medal is an intricate work of art that honors this branch of the military
while the reverse (back) features an eagle in flight with open claws --
suggesting a willingness to fight.
It measure 39 mm, is richly layered with .999 fine pure
silver and is larger than an old U.S. silver dollar! This is
the perfect gift for the collector of military memorabilia or coins!
Add this fascinating medallion to your collection today!
This coin may also act as an
excellent "Poker Hole-Card Protector" when playing Texas Hold 'Em or
other forms of poker such as Omaha or Seven 7 Card Stud, where players can
use this coin to secure their down cards during play. It's
for those folks looking for something really unusual and of extremely high
quality.
Only two left in stock!
$41.99 each
This "Challenge Coin" type of medal is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 1-1/2" (39 mm) in diameter (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$41.99 each
These commemorative medals, rounds or
"challenge coins" (whatever you want to call them) are flawless
"cameo" proof-like strikes minted to exacting specifications to create
backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show
up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course
show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds
and frosty-white designs is stunning!
The silver piece weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999
pure silver and measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver dollar), while the
golden-bronze piece is of the same dimensions. The reverse (back) of the
silver piece carries an inscription attesting to the medal's silver purity and
weight while the golden-bronze version displays the Great Seal Of The United
States.
The silver piece comes encapsulated in a high quality,
crystal clear, Air-tite® coin holder and includes a clear Lucite display stand
free of charge. The golden-bronze "pocket-piece" comes in a clear
plastic coin holder. Add this set to your collection today!
$52.00 per set
This "Challenge coin" is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and frosty-white designs is stunning! The medal is 1-1/2" (39 mm) in diameter (slightly larger than a silver dollar) and is struck in golden-bronze.
$12.95 each
This "challenge coin" type medal is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm or 1-1/2" in diameter (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$41.99 each
Here is a look at the coin imaged on a scanner
Note that scanners convert highly reflective areas into "black" as we
see here
Here is another look at the coin photographed at an angle to highlight the
highly reflective backgrounds
This type of photography give us a more true-to-life look at the coin but it
creates unwanted reflections
on the coin (such as the doubled lettering we see here) which are actually
just that -- reflections NOT
on the actual coin (We hope you enjoyed our short "Coin Imagery
101" course!)
This "challenge coin" type medal is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs 26 grams, is struck in solid golden-bronze and measures 39 mm or 1-1/2" in diameter (a bit larger than an old U.S. silver dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$12.95 each
These commemorative medals are flawless
"cameo" proof-like strikes minted to exacting specifications to create
backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show
up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course
show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds
and frosty-white designs is stunning!
The silver piece weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999
pure silver and measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver dollar), while the
golden-bronze piece is of the same dimensions. The reverse (back) of the
silver piece carries an inscription attesting to the medal's silver purity and
weight while the golden-bronze version displays the Great Seal Of The United
States.
The silver piece comes encapsulated in a high quality,
crystal clear, Air-tite® coin holder and includes a clear Lucite display stand
free of charge. The golden-bronze "pocket-piece" comes in a clear
plastic coin holder. Add this set to your collection today!
$52.00 per Set
American
Eagle Reverse Challenge Coin
This "challenge coin" type medal is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! MINTAGE IS ONLY 25 PIECES It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm or 1-1/2" in diameter (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$55.00 each
RARE!
Y2K Challenge Coin!
This challenge coin was a minted in an
extremely limited trial-run and is rarely ever seen in either the bronze or
silver versions in which it was made. The one offered here is pure silver
with a mintage of just 25 pieces!
This commemorative medal is a flawless "cameo"
proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that
are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in
scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white
in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is
stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm
(1-1/2"), which is a bit larger than a silver dollar. Add this one to
your collection today!
$45.00 each
RARE!
Y2K Challenge Coin!
!!!!!!!!!!Mintage Only 125 Pieces!!!!!!!!!!
This "Challenge Coin" was a minted
in an extremely limited trial-run and is rarely ever seen in either the bronze
or silver versions in which it was made. The one
offered here is bronze and has a mintage of only 125 pieces!
This commemorative medal is a flawless "cameo"
proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that
are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in
scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white
in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is
stunning! It weighs 26 grams, is struck in an alloy of pure golden-bronze and
measures 39 mm (1-1/2"), a bit larger than a silver dollar. Add this
one to your collection today!
$19.95 each
!!!!!!!!!!Limited Issue Of Only 100 Made!!!!!!!!!
This "Challenge Coin" was a minted
to honor the 756th on the obverse (front) and the recently "forbidden"
words "One Nation Under God" from the Pledge Of Allegiance on the
reverse.
This commemorative medal is a flawless "cameo"
proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that
are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in
scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white
in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is
stunning! It weighs 26 grams, is struck in an alloy of pure golden-bronze and
measures 39 mm (1-1/2"), a bit larger than a silver dollar. Add this
one to your collection today!
$19.95 each
Rarely
Seen! This medal, round or "challenge coin"
(whatever you want to call it) was minted in pure .999 silver and is rarely seen
on the market!
It is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike
minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect
reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and
designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans).
The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It
weighs 1 oz. and is pure silver. It measures 1-1/2" (39 mm) in
diameter (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your
collection today!
$41.99 each
Also available in silver-clad with a "four suites" reverse as a poker
card guard for $14.50 each
RARE!
125 Limited Mintage! This "challenge coin" or medal was
minted in an extremely limited trial-run and is rarely ever seen in either the
bronze or silver versions in which it was made. The one offered here is
.999+ fine silver (the industry standard for pure) and is limited to an edition
of just 125 pieces! No more than that will ever be made!
It is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike
minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect
reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and
designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans).
The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It
weighs 1 oz. and is pure silver. It measures 1-1/2" (39 mm) in
diameter (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your
collection today!
$46.00 each
RARE!
125 Limited Mintage! This "challenge coin" or medal was
minted in an extremely limited trial-run and is rarely ever seen in either the
bronze or silver versions in which it was made. The one offered here is
bronze and is limited to an edition of just 125 pieces! No more than that
will ever be made!
It is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike
minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect
reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and
designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans).
The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It
weighs 26 grams, is struck in an alloy of pure golden-bronze and measures
1-1/2" (39 mm) in diameter (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add
this one to your collection today!
$19.95 each
One
Ounce Pure Silver Medals
Free Display Offer Below!
These "Challenge Coin" type medals are flawless "cameo" proof-like strikes; the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! They weigh one-ounce each, are struck in .999 pure silver and measure 1-1/2" (39 mm) in diameter (a bit larger than a silver dollar). The reverse of these medals attests to their silver fineness and weight. Add this set to your collection today!
Individual pieces from this set may be ordered at $41.99 each
$125.00 for the entire set
Optional presentation box and capsules available at $4.99 additional
This "Challenge coin" is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and frosty-white designs is stunning! The medal is 1-1/2" (39 mm) in diameter (slightly larger than a silver dollar) and is struck in golden-bronze.
$12.95 each
This "Challenge coin" type medal, bronze round (or whatever you want to call it) is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and frosty-white designs is stunning! The medal is 1-1/2" (39 mm) in diameter (slightly larger than a silver dollar) and is struck in golden-bronze.
$12.95 each
This "Challenge Coin" type of medal is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$36.00 each Temp Sold Out
This "Challenge Coin" type medal is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$41.99 each
Also available in Silver-Clad For $14.50 each
This medal depicts the popular POW-MIA
insignia while the flip side depicts a large stylized 1 and a statement
attesting to its weight and fineness in silver.
This is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike;
the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show
up jet-black in scans) and the designs are frosty white (which, of course show
up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and
designs is stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and
measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your
collection today!
$41.99 each
Also available in silver-clad for $14.50 each
This is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and design is stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$41.99 each
$41.99 each
This collectors ingot contains one troy ounce of pure .999 Silver and is larger in weight than a U.S. Silver Dollar. It is one of the most interesting commemorative pieces made during the Gulf War. It states very clearly that War Criminals must pay for their crimes -- a fact that Saddam has so far escaped. A unique memento to anybody who served in the Gulf War or for the collector of military memorabilia.
$41.99 each
$41.99 each
$14.99 each
$19.99 each
Free Display
Offer Below!
The obverse (front) of this commemorative silver ingot (often referred to as a "silver bar" by collectors) features a nice rendition of a Thompson Machine Gun while the reverse (not shown) bears an oval shaped cartouche (suitable for engraving if desired) and a statement of silver weight and purity bordering the lower edge. This is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike minted to exacting specifications to create backgrounds that are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and designs that are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 1.96" x 1.14". It weighs more than a U.S. Silver Dollar! The ingot's subject matter makes this one extremely collectable and an interesting addition to any collection. Add this one to your collection today!
(All currently sold out --- please check back again)
In 1938 The Berlin Mint issued a Commemorative Silver
Medal to mark the historic meeting of Hitler & Mussolini. Today that medal is
very rare and you'd have to pay approximately $400 or more if you could even find
one. Later that same medal was released by a private entity as a .999 Silver 1 Unze
(1 Ounce) reproduction which we offer an example of here! The reverse of
this medal is the same as the original except that it is marked 1 UNZE .999 F.S.
in a very small font to help differentiate it from the original.
This is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the
backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in
scans) and the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans).
The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs
one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver
dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$41.99
Hitler -- Mussolini
Old-Style High Relief Obverse
1938 Meeting
of Hitler & Mussolini
Commemorative Medal
One Ounce Pure Silver
Old-Style High Relief
Obverse
This is the same as the one offered above
except that the obverse (front) of this coin was struck with an older die that
was in much higher relief than the die that later replaced it. The higher
relief resulted in greater detail of the conjoined busts of Mussolini and Hitler
making it a far more astatically pleasing design than the
one to follow. In fact, it was so high in relief that it took more than
average pressure to strike the early pieces and an interesting hairline die
crack developed in it almost immediately causing the die to shatter
prematurely. In addition to the greater detail this one also features wire
rims rather than the wide rims on the die that replaced it. Very few of
these exist today and even the ones we see from time to time on eBay, where the
sellers use their original photographs, disappointingly
turn out to be the newer variety instead of the scarce one they show.
This is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the
backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in
scans) and the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans).
The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs
one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver
dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$55.00 each
$41.99 each
This fabulous U.S Navy Desert Storm medal is made of one ounce .999 pure silver and is 39 mm in diameter (larger than a silver dollar)! It exhibits some of the nicest die tripling that I've ever seen on a coin or medal. The tripling shows particularly strong on the entire date on the reverse. This tripling is super naked-eye stuff!
As if this wasn't enough, the obverse displays a neat tripled die on much of UNITED STATES NAVY. While strong doubling is most apparent, close observation will show that there is actually evidence of a very light early impression displayed as an almost complete and almost separate "A" that can be detected between the strongly doubled "A" and "T" of STATES and as a remnant of an extra upper loop of the final "S" of STATES (not shown here but easily detected with the naked eye). Both of these tripled letters are extremely wide but too light to photograph to best advantage, (due to their lack of depth) and noted here for completeness. You will be able to easily detect them on the actual coin by tilting it around in the light and looking in the areas noted above.
It appears that after the manufacturer created the three misaligned images on the NAVY obverse, he finally gave up on completing the die, as the full design appears incomplete; designs such as the flag and sails on the ship are floating in mid-air sans the mast. This is a magnificent treat for collectors of doubled dies and error collectors in general! Collectors of military and/or Navy memorabilia will love this one too!
The variety is listed in the Variety Coin Register as VCR#2/DDO#2/DDR#2.
The photos shown are from one of several specimens that I have in stock. They are a perfect representation of the die stage, strength and clarity of the variety offered here.
$46.00 each
"The South Will
Rise Again"
Robert
E. Lee
One Ounce Pure Silver
Commemorative Medal
See
The Reverse by Clicking Here
Free Display Offer Below!
This outstanding medal depicts Robert E. Lee, a Confederate Flag and a cannon in the foreground. This is a flawless "cameo" proof-like strike; the backgrounds are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast between the mirror-like backgrounds and designs is stunning! It weighs one-ounce, is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 39 mm (a bit larger than a silver dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
$41.99 each
From the sales pitch originally used to sell
the coin: Two Brave Men stood up against the carping criticism of
our "Supposed Allies" in the United Nations and leftist Hollywood Personalities
-- to do the right thing. They led a coalition of brave fighting men and women to a
stunning victory over the true "Forces of Evil". The discovery of the
Killing Fields and the Torture Chambers of Iraq stand as a grim testament to this
humanitarian effort -- an effort that was noble and right!
George W. Bush and Tony Blair, emerged from this incredible effort
as the true "Leaders of the Free World".
Pictured above is the new British Commonwealth Legal Tender
Commemorative Coin that has been issued by the Cook Islands to honor these two outstanding
men.
This is a flawless "cameo" proof strike; the backgrounds
are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and
the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast
between the mirror-like backgrounds and design is stunning! It weighs 28.26 grams,
is struck in .999 pure silver and measures 38.61 mm (a bit larger than a U.S. silver
dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
The coin comes packaged with a Certificate Of Authenticity
$45.00 each
The
Normandy Invasion, codenamed Overlord, began on 6th June 1944.
After a month-long air offensive and an allied plan of deception which fooled
Hitler into believing that the main attack would come in Pas de Calais, where he
held back a powerful armored division, the largest amphibious landing in history
got underway. In the early hours of 6th June, Allied airborne troops
landed to seize control of strategic bridges and coastline defenses on the
flanks of the invasion zone. The first Allied troops came ashore at
6:30pm. By midnight on 6th June, 57,500 US and 75,000 British and Canadian
troops had landed in Normandy. By 25th August 1944 Paris had been
liberated by these brave allied soldiers.
Pictured above is the new British Commonwealth Legal Tender
Commemorative Coin that has been issued by the Cook Islands to honor this
event. Featured on it's reverse is an outstanding rendition of the
landing.
This is a flawless "cameo" proof strike; the backgrounds
are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and
the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast
between the mirror-like backgrounds and design is stunning! It weighs 26.5 grams, has a plain edge, is struck in .999 100 mil pure silver-clad and measures
39.2 mm (a bit larger than a silver
dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
The coin comes packaged with a Certificate Of Authenticity
$14.95 each
By 1943 the tide of
World War II was turning. The Soviet Red Army was pushing back the Germans
in Eastern Europe. The Allies had defeated them in North Africa and were
advancing through Italy. On 6th June 1944 (D-Day), Allied troops landed in
occupied France and began to battle their way eastwards. German was devastated
by Allied bombing raids and finally surrendered in 8th May 1945 - Victory
in Europe Day (VE Day).
Pictured above is the new British Commonwealth Legal Tender
Commemorative Coin that has been issued by the Cook Islands to honor this
event. Featured on it's reverse is an outstanding rendition of General Dwight
D. Eisenhower.
This is a flawless "cameo" proof strike; the backgrounds
are perfect reflective "blazing-mirrors" (which show up jet-black in scans) and
the designs are frosty white (which, of course show up white in scans). The contrast
between the mirror-like backgrounds and design is stunning! It weighs 26.5 grams, has a plain edge, is struck in .999 100 mil pure silver-clad and measures
39.2 mm (a bit larger than a silver
dollar). Add this one to your collection today!
The coin comes packaged with a Certificate Of Authenticity
$14.95 each
More Military Items In Stock
Custer's Last Stand - The Battle of Little Bighorn 1876 (bust of Custer overlooking Indian warriors in foreground ) // Sitting Bull / Oglala Sioux / Commemorating Custer's Last Stand (Sitting Bull) originally sold at the annual re-enactment ... 1oz. silver round $41.99
United States Air Force - Defenders of the Sky (Insignia) obv.w/Super doubled die reverse as found on the DATE and word STORM ... Only One Left! $46.00
United States Army - Our Forces On Land (Insignia) obv.w/Super doubled die reverse as found on the DATE and word STORM ... Only One Left! $46.00
Support Those Who Support Our Country (Presidential Seal) obv. // Operation Desert Storm Reverse 1oz. silver round $41.99
United States Marine Corps (Insignia) obv // Support Those Who Support Our Country (Presidential Seal) rev., small but obvious clipped planchet 1oz. silver round $41.99
One War Begins ... Another Begins 1945 (comrades in arms returning home) // The Cold War Reverse... in case of issue $41.99
Upon request, we will encapsulate any 39 mm-42 mm round coin or medal (and most
rectangular and all heart-shaped 1 oz. silver bars) in a high quality, crystal
clear, Air-tite® coin holder and include a clear display stand (as
illustrated by the Hank Williams Jr. coin shown above). Please add $2.50
each. We will refund any overage sent for items that are
too odd shaped to encapsulate (some bars, including those from Hamilton, Great
Lakes, Patrick, Green Country and One Mint, will not fit).
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Ken Potter
P.O. Box 760232
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