(1976-87) Medal Hawaii Medcalf-2MD-948 Maui $1 Silvered

Coin Details

Description

This silvered medal from the 1976-1987 era depicts a Maui dollar trade token, cataloged as Medcalf-2MD-948 in the standard reference for Hawaiian numismatic items by Thomas Medcalf and Russell Russell. Maui trade dollars were produced as promotional items and tourist souvenirs for the island of Maui, usable at participating merchants during special events and festivals. The silvered finish gives this base metal token a more premium appearance than the standard brass or copper-nickel versions. Hawaiian trade tokens and medals constitute a specialized collecting field with dedicated references and an enthusiastic collector base drawn to the islands' unique numismatic heritage. The Medcalf catalog provides comprehensive coverage of Hawaiian medals, tokens, and related pieces from the Kingdom era through modern tourism tokens.

Rarity Notes

Silvered finish Maui dollar. Medcalf-2MD-948. Hawaiian trade tokens are collected regionally and by specialists.

Cross References

PCGS #970940; Medcalf-2MD-948; Maui Trade Dollar, Silvered