1898 HK-283a, Trans-Mississippi Dollar

Coin Details

Description

This commemorative so-called dollar (HK-283a) from 1898 celebrates Trans-Mississippi. The 1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition in Omaha, Nebraska showcased western development across 180 acres, with exhibits from 24 states featuring agriculture, mining, and manufacturing achievements of the American West. Bronze examples of so-called dollars offer collectors an excellent balance of affordability, condition, and aesthetic appeal. The alloy's hardness produces sharp strikes with fine detail that survives handling better than softer metals. Trans-Mississippi and Pan-American medals were struck by both official exposition mints and private concessionaires. The McKinley assassination generated additional memorial medal production. The Hibler-Kappen catalog has been updated and expanded since its 1963 first edition, with later researchers adding newly discovered varieties and extending coverage into the modern era. This piece is a variant of HK-283, distinguished by differences in composition, die state, or striking characteristics that merit a separate catalog entry in the Hibler-Kappen reference.

Rarity Notes

HK-283a is scarce in the numismatic market. Production quantities for Gilded Age commemorative medals were typically modest, and survival rates vary significantly based on the original distribution method and the material's durability.

Cross References

HK-283a; PCGS #939747; NGC #850495