Bob Stark wrote:
Brad Karoleff's quest is of keen interest. Many years ago,
Jules Reiver and I searched for early dollar edge varieties and errors. Jules
even constructed a jig (that I must have someplace) to enable us to compare and
examine edges. While our project was not extensive, we had only our own
coins, we found no varieties of interest and, surely, no errors. In view of the
many varieties on the half dollars of the period, it seems surprising that no
such dollars have surfaced, at least to my knowledge. Jules, being a
consummate photographer, considered superimposing images. However, the film
variability at the time deterred us. Our thought was to use the properties of
a parabolic mirror, as from a flashlight, with the coin at the center. I've
seen some images since, so the technology is vastly better now.
The
ornamentation on the dollar also piqued my interests.
I consulted several experts on the decorative arts of early America.
None recognized the ornaments on the edge of the early dollars. The closest I
came to a recognition was one expert who said that among early American
furniture, house doors, etc. some ornamentation was popular (e.g.,
Chippendale). However, no one recognized the specific designs on the dollar
edge. Their origin is still a mystery to me. I'm glad to learn the
experience of others.
Bob Stark
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Jim Matthews wrote:
Interesting on this request by Brad Karoleff. I don't recall
ever seeing any edge errors either on early dollars. There certainly should be --
given what I've seen on other copper and silver denominations.
Jim
Jim
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Nathan Markowitz wrote:
Spring is just around the corner (ok, not quite so soon for
those in the Northeast) and with spring comes the 2013 version of the EAC
convention in Columbus (Newark), Ohio at the Cherry Valley Lodge http://www.cherryvalleylodge.com.
This year's convention commences Thursday evening, May 2 and concludes Sunday afternoon, May 5.
Most of the "action" starts with the reception at 5pm on Thursday, May 2 followed by the
"Happenings" display of colonial and federal copper, and the silver
room where we display our treasures; educational activities conclude by Saturday afternoon.
If you have not had the chance to attend one of these conventions I strongly
encourage you to avail yourselves of the opportunity; we should have a great
turnout in the collector laden Midwest.
We are still seeking speakers and those willing to do
displays for the convention. Early silver, early gold, and literature-related
topics are welcome. Please share your passion with others. You will
have one of the finest group of numismatists in one place...and you don't even
need to sing. Please contact me at cascades1787(at)yahoo.com if you are
interested.
So, lets show our base metal colleagues some specie!
Nathan
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Tom Little wrote:
I sold an 1829 H10C on eBay last night that went hyperbolic
to over $1000. I did not get variety attribution at NGC. Could you let me
know what the designation is on it? Thanks...
Tom
