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1792 Washington Getz Pattern Silvered White Metal Idler Copy Half Dollar

Strike Type
1792 Colonials coin

Coin Details

Year
1792
Denomination
Colonials
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Washington Pieces (1783-1800)
Designer
Christopher Idler (from Getz original dies, 1860s copies)
Composition
Silvered White Metal
Weight
12g
Diameter
33mm
Edge
Plain

Description

The 1792 Washington Getz Pattern Silvered White Metal Idler Copy Half Dollar is part of the Washington Pieces (1783-1800) series. Produced during the earliest years of the United States Mint, when the young republic was establishing its monetary system and coinage traditions. Struck in silvered white metal, weighing 12 grams, 33 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #889673.

Rarity Notes

Rare. Silvered white metal is an uncommon composition for Idler copies.

Cross References

Baker 25D; Musante GW-27; Whitman 10710

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