1948 So-Called Dollar HK-914, Postwar Commemorative

Coin Details

Auction Record

$82 MS64 02-22-2013 Stack's Bowers

Description

This 1948 postwar so-called dollar (HK-914) is a piece cataloged in the monetary section of the Hibler-Kappen so-called dollar reference. Post-World War II so-called dollars reflect the optimistic spirit of the early postwar years, when Americans celebrated victory, honored sacrifice, and looked forward to a peaceful future. The postwar period saw continued production of commemorative medals and so-called dollars, carrying forward a tradition that had flourished since the 19th century. Each HK number represents a distinct combination of design, composition, and die state, creating a collecting framework that rewards careful study and attention to detail. The monetary so-called dollars occupy a special niche within this framework, as they represent not just commemorative art but actual experiments in private coinage, political advocacy through medallic form, and commentary on the great monetary debates that shaped American economic history.

Rarity Notes

This 1948 so-called dollar is generally scarce in the numismatic market. Examples are collected by specialists in so-called dollars and American medallic art.

Cross References

HK-914; PCGS #643748