No Date Bronze Medal Admiral Vernon, A-C PBv 26-Va

Coin Details

Auction Record

$240 VF25 02-21-2024 Stack's Bowers

Description

This undated bronze medal, cataloged as Adams-Chao PBv 26-Va, is a variant of the PBv 26-V die pairing, distinguished by the "a" suffix in the Adams-Chao designation. The "a" suffix typically indicates a die state, die repair, or minor variant that is distinguishable from the primary 26-V pairing but uses essentially the same dies. This might reflect a reworked reverse die V, a different die state showing progressive wear, or a minor engraving modification that creates a catalogable variety. The distinction between PBv 26-V and 26-Va is significant for advanced Vernon medal scholars who study die progression and maintenance practices. Struck in copper alloy (AE), the PBv 26-Va variant shares obverse die 26 with the PBv 26-U, 26-V, and potentially other pairings, making the undated obverse 26 one of the most prolifically paired dies in the undated PBv subgroup. Die variants with suffix letters are among the most specialized collecting targets in the Vernon series.

Rarity Notes

Rare. Die variants distinguished by suffix letters are among the scarcest Vernon medal collecting targets.

Cross References

A-C PBv 26-Va; PCGS #930177