Rare 1776 continental dollar coin found inside toffee tin to be auctioned
One dollar will be worth a lot more than that — as a rare 1776 continental dollar coin is set to go to auction next month.
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Coin from time of Declaration of Independence sells for over $30K
Known as a Continental Dollar the coin measuring 38mm across and made of pewter was minted in 1776. It had a limited ...
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Collecting the Continental Currency of the United States
Beginning in 1775, leaders of the 11 colonies began issuing currency for the entire group. The first notes were authorized on ...
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Rare 18th century coin found in toffee tin fetches £25k at Cotswolds auction
The item is known as a Continental Dollar and was minted in 1776 - the year of the United ... whether it was originally made as a coin or a medal. The currency is traditionally regarded as the ...