1932 Medal 200th Meeting April 27th P.C.N.S. Nickel-Brass

Coin Details

Description

This 1932 nickel-brass medal is the companion piece to the copper-nickel version commemorating the 200th meeting of the Pacific Coast Numismatic Society on April 27th. The P.C.N.S. produced this milestone medal in two distinct alloys, allowing collectors among its membership to acquire both versions and reflecting the numismatic sensibility of an organization whose members appreciated metallic variety. Nickel-brass, an alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc, produces a warm golden tone that differentiates it visually from the silvery appearance of the copper-nickel version. The practice of striking society medals in multiple compositions was common among established numismatic organizations during this era, serving both as a tribute to the collecting instincts of the membership and as a means of generating modest revenue to support club activities. The P.C.N.S. was particularly prolific in its medallic output, creating a series of meeting and event medals that spans decades and encompasses a wide variety of compositions and designs. The 1932 date places this medal during the depths of the Great Depression, when coin clubs provided an affordable social outlet for collectors whose discretionary budgets had been severely curtailed.

Rarity Notes

Scarce P.C.N.S. milestone medal in nickel-brass composition. Produced alongside the copper-nickel version in limited quantities for the 200th meeting.

Cross References

PCGS #928948