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Canadian Pages COIN NEWS TRENDS: 50 cents 20-25 Volume 57 • Number 08 July 23 - August 6, 2019 $4.50 Understanding printing methods enhances collecting By Jesse Robitaille understanding these printing printed “with security in This is the second story in a three- methods “bolsters the average mind,” Bell added. part series highlighting Canadian collector’s appreciation of the The simplest way to print banknote history. hobby and confidence in acquir- banknotes is with letterpress, When it comes to collecting ing pieces for their collection,” which has been used since the and studying banknotes – no- according to Steven Bell, owner 1850s. taphily, as it’s called in those of Kitchener, Ont.’s Banknote “The design they wish to Designed by Calgary artist Michelle Grant, the reverse circles – it’s vital to understand Certification Service (BCS). print is the highest part of a (right) of a newly issued $20 pure silver coin captures the the method in which the notes There are several different plate, and everything else in excitement of the 1919 ‘Victory Stampede.’ This post-war were produced. methods commonly used to engraved off. They ink it, stamp stampede featured several rodeo competitions, including Aside from adding context to print banknotes, but there’s al- it on the bill and there you go.” roping. The coin’s obverse (left) features a gold-plated the notes’ historical significance, ways one constant: all notes are Continued on page 26 effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. $20 silver coin celebrates Cowtown’s ‘Victory Stampede’ By Jesse Robitaille The coin – as well as this century after Calgarians year’s Calgary Stampede pa- dedicated “The Greatest rade, which kicks off the 10-day OutdoorA Show on Earth” to sol- event on July 5 – marks the From left to right: A 1932 photograph of Princess Elizabeth by Marcus Adams (National diers returning from the First 100th anniversary of the first ro- Currency Collection #1990.0043.00130) was engraved two years later by Edwin Gunn, of World War, the Royal Canadian deo after the Great War. the American Bank Note Co., for portrait die proof ‘X-V-125’ (National Currency Collection Mint has unveiled a pure silver This historic “Victory Stam- #1975.0176.00018), which was later used for the Bank of Canada’s 1935 Series $20 note. coin commemorating the 1919 pede” was officially opened by “Victory Stampede.” Brigadier-General H.F. McDon- ald, then commander of Mili- 2019 RCNA Convention medal Publications Registration Mail No. 09137 Agreement No. 40069699 tary District 13 at Camp Sarcee in Calgary. It was only the sec- ond stampede ever held in the continues 66-year tradition Alberta city. Despite success with the in- By Jesse Robitaille the “Canadian Numismatic This year’s six-day show augural event in 1912, the stam- For more than six and a half Association” (CNA), have is- marks the sixth national con- pede didn’t become an annual decades, the Royal Canadian sued at least one medal to vention to be held in Calgary affair in Calgary until 1923. A Numismatic Association commemorate its annual con- in the association’s 66-year year after that first stampede, (RCNA), and its forerunner vention. history, but it’s the first show promoter Guy Weadick moved back in Cowtown since CNA the event to Winnipeg and then All main registrants and members ratified the name to the U.S. and abroad until the dealers of this year’s Royal change to RCNA at the 2008 end of the First World War. Canadian Numismatic convention in Ottawa. In 1919, four Calgary busi- Association Convention It wasn’t until the fol- nessmen – now known as the will receive a limited- lowing year the first con- “Big Four” – invited Weadick edition copper vention medal using the back to Calgary to organize a convention medal. name “RCNA” was is- “Victory Stampede” to mark the Additional copper sued. Great War’s end. As war-time and silver medals are That year’s show was inflation and poor crop yields available for $20 and hosted by the Edmonton jeopardized attendance, the city $55, respectively. Continued on page 32 Continued on page 29 1 2012 ‘TWO LOONS’ COLORIZED FREE POSTAGE ON ALL NON-BULLION ORDERS 1711 Corydon Ave., Tel: (204) 489-9112 FROM THIS AD OVER $500 $1 SILVER COIN 1OZ .9999 FINE (SEE TERMS BELOW) In 2012, the Royal Canadian Mint celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Loonie, the Winnipeg, Manitoba, FAX: (204) 489-9118 iconic Canadian one-dollar coin bearing the image of this great Canadian symbol. Canada R3N 0J9 TERMS OF SALE Like its namesake, the Loonie has proven resilient, emblematic, and long-lived. ORDERS WITHIN CANADA ORDERS WITHIN THE USA WCDA RCNA (Life) 1. Customer satisfaction with a 14 day return 11. Taxes (GST, PST, HST): on non-bullion. M.C.C. ANA (Life) All orders shipped to the following 1-800-565-2646 1-888-565-2646 2. All prices are in Canadian dollars. 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Bronze Roman Imperial Jovian 363-364 DN/IOVIANVS/PF/AVG Sirmium 143191323966 ...... $49 72. Bronze Roman Ephesus Ionia 193-211 E0ECInN Septimius Severus (143155729146) ...... $43 157. Bronze Roman Imperial Valentinian I 364-375 DN Valentinianus PF AUG. Tese 143191327373 ...... $29 18758 2019 ‘The Sleeping Beauty’ Colorized Rectangular-Shaped 73. Bronze Roman Septimius Severus 193-211 (143155739425) ...... $53 158. Bronze Roman Imperial Valentinian I 364-375 O:DN.Valentinianus P.F.AUG. R:Securitas Reipublicae R. 143191332003 ...... $43 - Canadian Gold Maple Leafs 74. Bronze Roman Septimius Severus 193-211 Moesia Marcianopolis Y0A OYATTIA NOY Homonia (143155747618) ...... $51 159. Bronze Roman Imperial Valentinian I 364-375 AE3 Constantinople Victory Securitas Reipublicae DN 143191336914 ...... $28 Proof $20 Silver Coin .9999 Fine ...... $124.95 75. Bronze Roman Septimius Severus Anchialus Thrace 193-211 HrE CT Triptolemos Bapbapoy ArCIAAnN (143155793428) ...... $45 - Gold Bars 160. Bronze Roman Imperial Valentinian 364-375 DN/VALENTINIANUS/PF/AUG Victoria Aug Siscia 143191352174 ...... $57 18759 2019 ‘100th Ann. Of the First Non-Stop Transatlantic Flight 76. Bronze Roman Septimius Severus Augustus 193-211AD Coin:AE20 Mint:Julia Augusta Parlais (143155803161) ...... $47 161. Bronze Roman Imperial Gratian 367-383 Copper Ae2 D N GRATIANUS P F AUG Diad Dr & Cuir Bust Right 143191363449 ...... $30 - Canadian Silver Maple Leafs 77. Bronze Roman Moesia Inferior, Nicopolis AD Istrum Septimius Severus AD 193-211 AE 16mm (143155812232) ...... $49 162. Bronze Roman Imperial Gratian 367-383 DN/GRATIANUS/PF/AUG Gloria Romanorum S4142 143191367947 ...... $30 - Historical Stamps’ 15-Cent Stamp-Shaped Colorized Proof $20 78. Bronze Roman Ivlia Domna c.173AD Veneri Victr S.C. Ivlia Domna Aug (143155815979) ...... $75 163. Bronze Roman Imperial Gratian 367-383AD Bronze AE4 .841grams Mint 378-383AD DN GRATIA NVS PF AVG 143191374985 ...... $30 Silver Coin .9999 Fine ...... $139.95 - USA Silver Eagles 79. Bronze Roman Julia Domna 193-211 AD AE As 8.25g Bust Right IVLIA AVGVSTA RX HILARITAS (143155830070) ...... $57 - Silver Bars 80. Pontos Amisos Mint c120-63BC Bronze AE20 VF 7.75g 19.7mm 0 degrees Pontos 143105052478 ...... $45 18760 2019 ‘Birds in the Backyard’ Colorized Proof $30 Silver Coin 81. Bronze Antiochus VIII 121-96BC Antioch AE19 Eagle/Thunderbolt 143105056740 ...... $45 For a quote, visit our store in Calgary, or call us today! 82. Seleukid Kingdom Antiochos II Theos 261-246BC Bronze AE 16 VF 3.48g 16.5mm 143105069089 ...... $55 2oz .9999 Fine ...... $189.95 83. Bronze Epidaurus Argolis 225-200BC AE17 3.96g Tetractalkous Laureate Head of Asklepios 143105087104 ...... $45 4 18761 2019 ‘Rose of the Winds’ Gold-Plated Proof $50 Silver Coin 84. Bronze Kavaros 219-200BC Last Gaulish King in Thrace Kayap Cornucopia Zeus 143105090870 ...... $45 APRIL COINS Store Address: 18719 2019 ‘Cherry Blossoms - Celebrating Canadian Fun and Festivities’ Colorized Proof $3 Silver Coin 1/4oz .9999 Fine ...... $49.95 5oz .9999 Fine ...... $599.95 18720 2019 ‘Taurus - Zodiac Series’ Crystalized Proof $5 Silver Coin .9999 Fine ...... $54.95 18762 2019 ‘Into the Light - Lion’ Gold-Plated Proof $100 Silver Coin 1615 Centre St. NW, Calgary, AB T2E 2S2 We are strong buyers of all silver, and gold bullion, coins, and scrap 18721 2019 ‘Queen Elizabeth Rose Blossoms’ Gold-Plated Proof $3 Silver Coin .9999 Fine ...... $54.95 10oz .9999 Fine ...... $999.95 Premiums are paid for bag quantities and quantities of BU silver dollars, proof-like sets, or BU silver coin 18722 2019 Silver Dollar Proof Set ‘75th Anniversary of D-Day’ Proof Set of Coins (with Proof Colorized Silver $, all others base metal) ...... $99.95 Phone: 403-276-8938 • Fax: 403-276-5415 18723 2019 ‘Moraine Lake - Peter McKinnon Photo Series’ Colorized Proof $30 Silver Coin 2oz .9999 Fine ...... $189.95 18763 2019 Half-Kilo ‘Operation Tonga - 75th Ann. Of the Normandy Payment within 48 hours of receipt 18724 2019 ‘Mount Rundle - Peter McKinnon Photo Series’ Colorized Proof $30 Silver Coin 2oz .9999 Fine ...... $189.95 Campaign’ Proof $125 Silver Coin .9999 ...... $1,249.95 See our website bullion page for indications of current markets, and call us to confi rm and book a price! 18725 2019 ‘Arctic Fox - My Inner Nature’ Gold-Plated Proof $50 Silver Coin 5oz .9999 Fine ...... $569.95 18764 2019 ‘HMS New Brunswick 1843’ Proof $200 Gold Coin Toll Free 1-800-661-1167 18726 2019 Platinum ‘Maple Leaf Forever’ Enameled Reverse-Proof $300 Platinum Coin 1oz .9995 Fine ...... $3,099.95 We are currently buying from dealers all over North America and have the volume and the capital 1oz .9999 Fine ...... $2,799.95 PLEASE NOTE OUR E-MAIL ADDRESS [email protected] 18727 2019 Gold ‘Eternal Blessings Pysanka’ Egg-Shaped Proof $250 Gold Coin .9999 Fine ...... $4,999.95 for immediate settlement of almost ANY quantity of gold or silver! 18728 2019 ‘Queen Elizabeth II’s Sapphire Tiara’ Proof $250 Gold Coin with Diamonds and Sapphires .9999 Fine ...... $6,999.95 18765 2019 Silver ‘50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing’ OUR WEBSITE ADDRESS www.albern.com 18729 2019 ‘40th Anniversary Gold Maple Leaf’ Reverse-Proof $500 Gold Coin 5oz .9999 Fine ...... $12,999.95 Convex-Shaped Proof $25 Silver Coin .9999 Fine ...... $139.95 Our bullion website can be found at: 18730 2019 ‘Pandas - A Golden Gift of Friendship’ Gold-Plated Specimen $8 Silver Coin 1/4oz .9999 Fine ...... $39.95 18766 2019 *GOLD* ‘50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing’ http://www.gatewestcoin.com/markets.html 18732 2019 ‘Equality’ Proof $10 Silver Coin .9999 Fine ...... $49.95 Convex-Shaped Proof $100 Gold Coin 1/2oz .9999 Fine ...... $1,399.95
2 July 23, 2019 • CANADIAN COIN NEWS • www.canadiancoinnews.ca 1 2012 ‘TWO LOONS’ COLORIZED FREE POSTAGE ON ALL NON-BULLION ORDERS 1711 Corydon Ave., Tel: (204) 489-9112 FROM THIS AD OVER $500 $1 SILVER COIN 1OZ .9999 FINE (SEE TERMS BELOW) In 2012, the Royal Canadian Mint celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Loonie, the Winnipeg, Manitoba, FAX: (204) 489-9118 iconic Canadian one-dollar coin bearing the image of this great Canadian symbol. Canada R3N 0J9 TERMS OF SALE Like its namesake, the Loonie has proven resilient, emblematic, and long-lived. ORDERS WITHIN CANADA ORDERS WITHIN THE USA WCDA RCNA (Life) 1. Customer satisfaction with a 14 day return 11. Taxes (GST, PST, HST): on non-bullion. M.C.C. ANA (Life) All orders shipped to the following 1-800-565-2646 1-888-565-2646 2. All prices are in Canadian dollars. Canadian Provinces are subject to the 3. Payment by cheques, money orders, bank following tax rates (where applicable) - draft, Visa, M.C. Please provide all raised Effective July 1, 2013: information, expiry date & phone number. MB: 5% GST; 8% PST 3a ANCIENT COINS CONTINUED 4. Orders must be shipped to the address that BC, AB, YT, NU, NT, SK, QC: 5% GST 3 ANCIENT COINS the credit card statements are billed to ON, NB, NL: 13% HST View photos for these coins by viewing the item IDs through Ebay BUY 3 OR MORE COINS AND TAKE 10% OFF 85. Bronze Philip V Macedonia AE 221-179BC SNG Cop 1261-1263 Ob:Bearded Herakles Rev:Harpa 143105094774 ...... $45 5. Payment in U.S. dollars, please call for rate; PE: 14% HST 1. Athens Owl Tetradrachm EF+ 450-400BC (142867833302) ...... $1,399 86. Bronze Megara Megaris 250-175BC AE13 1.21 grams Chalkous Prow of Galley to Left 143105109924 ...... $82 if paying by Visa or M.C. exchange rate will NS: 15% HST 2. Athens Silver Tetradrachm S.2547 17.2 grams VF/EF 300-262 BC (142863759377) ...... $500 87. Bronze Philetairos 282-263BC Athena Pergamum 143105113294 ...... $45 be applied by credit card company 3. Attica , Athens Silver Owl Tetradrachma Minted Circa 350 B.C. (OOAK) (142606395153) ...... $385 12. Prices in this advertisement are for mail 88. Bronze Selge Pisidia c200BC Herakles AE12 Stag CEA 143105116417 $ ...... 45 6. ALL CHEQUES MUST CLEAR our bank 4. 12032 6th Century Silver 1/12 Stater of the Greek City of Miletos Nice VF/EF ...... $234.95 order purposes only. In-store prices may 89. Bronze Grynium Aeolis c300BC Apollo Mussel Shell 143105120051 ...... $45 before we ship. Approx. 2-3 weeks for vary. If you plan on picking up your items in 5. Greek Coinage Late 5th-4th Centuries BC AR Drachm Thrace, Apollonia Pontica - VF (142703876360) ...... $175.50 90. Bronze Teos Ionia c200BC AE13 Griffi n Lyre 143105123292 ...... $45 6. Byzantium 416-357BC Heifer on Dolphin (143132327778) ...... $60 Canadian cheques, longer for U.S. cheques store, you may be required to place your 91. Bronze Odessos Thrace c200BC Darsalus 143105130945 ...... $45 due to the differences in banking systems. order in advance, and be notified when the #13011..... $209.95 retail 7. Greek Kyrene Under Ptolmey, Ptolmey I Rev. Libya, AE 18mm, F/VF (142421812525) ...... $55 92. Bronze Centuripae Sicily c241BC Plough/Bird AE17 Persephone/Barley 143105133858 ...... $45 8. 18326 Pontos AE 23 Gorgon Head Obverse Bronze 2nd Century BC ...... $29 93. Bronze Syria Seleukid Empire Antiochus II 261-146BC AE Double Unit 21mm 6.97gr 143105140910 ...... $45 7. We reserve the right to refuse credit cards on item(s) are ready for pick-up. This usually NOW 20% OFF... $167.95 9. Caracalla 198-217 AD AR Silver Denarius 3.51 grams Antoninus Pius AVG Brit (143119039922) ...... $110 94. Bronze Priapus Mysia c250BC AE12 Apollo 143105147288 ...... $99 bullion-related orders. applies to supplies, one-of-a-kind items, etc. 10. Bronze Roman Augustus 27BC-14AD Ionia/Ephesos AE28 (143130949062) ...... $100 95. Bronze Kaunos Caria c250BC AE12 Alexander The Great KA Cornucopia 143105150827 ...... $45 8. Ou necessaire, correspondence sera complet- 13. We assume no responsibility in the event of 11. Bronze Roman Thessalonica Macedoina 14-23 Tiberius/Livia F+ Tiberius (143130954186) ...... $60 96. Bronze Gumeneia Phrygia After 133BC SNG Cop 379v O:Athena R:Nike 17.4mm 3.98gm 143105161345 ...... $45 er dans la langue Francaise. printing or pricing errors. All prices are sub- 12. Bronze Spain Taraconensis, Ercavica Tiberius 14-37 AD AE31 Head of Emporor Right Bull (143132207033) ...... $100 97. Bronze Mint:Corduba Spain Coin:AE Quadrans 199-19BC Weight:3.58g Diameter:16.4x15.8x2.3 143105167475 ...... $45 9. Orders containing bullion have higher ject to market changes. 13. Bronze Roman Augustus Amphipolis c.14AD AE23 Artemis Tauropolos/Bull (143132212538) ...... $50 98. Bronze Greek Countermark Athena 143105169726 ...... $45 shipping orders. 2 14. Bronze Roman Mylasa Karia c.300BC Eupolemos Sword in Scabbard Macedonian Shields (143132216993) ...... $80 99. Bronze Arados c127BC Phoenicia 143105174019 ...... $45 “For placing orders only” 2019 CIRCULATION COINS 15. Bronze Roman Tiberius 14-37 Philippi Macedon AE17 Priests Ploughing (143132221940) ...... $60 10. Shipping within Canada (for non-bullion orders): 100. Bronze Apameia 133-48BC Attame Marsyas Artemis 143105177558 ...... $45 Orders under $25: ...... $14.00 Toll-Free 1-800-565-2646 18769 Roll of 2019 5-Cent Coins BU FV 2.00 ...... $3.95 16. Bronze Roman Tiberius Augustus, 14-37AD F/VF AE27 Mint:Italica,Baetica,Spain Weight:13.74g (143132239545) ...... $100 101. Bronze Ilion Troas Sear 4106 Bronze AE Ancient Greece 3rd Century BC Athena 12.3mm 143105180412 ...... $140 17. Bronze Roman Nabathaea 9BC-40AD Aretas IV AE18 (143132254995) ...... $50 Orders $25-$50: ...... $12.00 All other inquiries 18770 Roll of 2019 10-Cent Coins BU FV 5.00 ...... $7.95 102. Bronze Gaul Leuci c50BC Boar Lily Beneath 143105186318 ...... $45 Orders $50-$75: ...... $10.00 18. Bronze Roman M.Ambiblius 6-9AD (143132260764) ...... $50 103. Bronze Ptolemy VIII 145-116BC Zeus Eagle Eyepretoy 143105195491 ...... $55 please phone 1-204-489-9112 18771 Roll of 2019 25-Cent Coins BU FV 10.00 ...... $14.95 19. Bronze Roman Coponius Judaea 6-9AD Barley Under Augustus Kaicapoc Year 36 cAD Palm Tree Dates (143132264853) ...... $50 104. Bronze Hieron II 274-216BC AE19 Syracuse Zeus 143105201195 ...... $50 Orders $75-$100: ...... $8.00 20. Bronze Roman Agrippa Ae AS c.20BC F.VF M.AGRIPPA L.F.COS III Issued by Caligula 38AD Neptune (143132274950) ...... $140 Orders $100-$500: ...... $6.50 TELEPHONE HOURS: 18718 2019 Roll of 50-Cent Coins (in special wrap) BU...... $24.95 105. Bronze Antiochos VII 138-129BC s7098 143105205586 ...... $45 21. Bronze Roman Augustus Agrippa c.10AD Nemausus Colony Ae Dupondius IMP/DIVI/F P.P. COL NEM F+ (143132280438) ...... $130 106. 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Bronze Mesembria Thrace c150BC Athena Female Head 143105221275 ...... $55 Free shipping offer not applicable on orders For Mailing Address 18747 2019 Roll of ‘Coloured D-Day’ $2 Coins (in special wrap) BU ...... $79.95 25. Roman Augustus AR 27BC-14AD F/VF Phrygia Amorium (143132317484) ...... $75 110. ronze Ephesos Ionia c300BC AE10 Bee Nymph 143105234042 ...... $30 placed over the Internet. see top of page 26. Bronze Roman Vespasian 69-79 O: IMP.CAES.VESPASIAN AVG COS VIII P.P. R: PROVIDENT SC Altar AS (143144014766) ...... $72 18748 2019 Roll of ‘Non-Coloured D-Day’ $2 Coins (in special wrap) BU.....$79.95 111. Bronze Syracuse Hiketas 287-278BC Eypak AE23 Zeus Hellenids 143105240881 ...... $25 27. Bronze Roman Vespasian 69-79 AS Eagle on Globe S.C. IMP.CAESAR.VESPASIAN.AVG.COS.IIII (143144020748) ...... $66 112. Bronze Rhodes 167-88BC AE13 Helios 143105244153 ...... $45 18712 2019 ‘First Strikes’ Special Wrap Roll Collection ...... $129.95 28. Bronze Roman Vespasian 69-79 Alexandria Obol Hawk: Crowned With Skhent (143144026364) ...... $47 113. Bronze Adramytteion Mysia c150BC Pegasos AE12 143105252327 ...... $50 29. Bronze Egypt Vespasian 69-79 AE Diobol Year 4: 72-73 RX: Bust of Isis r. RPC II, 2434 (143144031598) ...... $123 114. Bronze Bactria c160BC Apollodotus I AE23 143105255410 ...... $45 5 30. Bronze Roman Domitian Caesar 69-81 Augustus 81-96 I:IMP.CAES.DOMITIAN AVG.GERM.COS X (143144052750) ...... $115 115. Bronze Aeolis Kyme c165BC O:Artemis R:Vase KY Attatoypioe 143105258945 ...... $50 JUNE RCM COINS 31. Bronze Roman Domitian 69-96 Quadrans Owl S.C. Minerva (143144073011) ...... $114 116. Bronze Macedonia Perseus 179-168BC RV:Adler Mit Ausgebreiteten Schwingen Schaut Nach 143105262616 ...... $51 18745 2019 ‘75th Anniversary of The Normandy 32. Bronze Roman Domitian 81-96 Koinon of Thessaly Larissa O: Domitianon R: Domitia Domitian (143144110843) ...... $57 117. Bronze Greek Prusias II AE17 Bithynia 182-149BC Diademed Head or Prusias Right 143105268099 ...... $50 33. Bronze Roman Orodes III Elymais Elymaian Kingdom 2nd Century AD VF AE Drachm 14.6mm 3.71g 2h (143144116610) ...... $43 118. Bronze Mylasa Caria 300-100BC Horse Right With Foreleg Raised Decorated Trident 143105271712 ...... $46 Campaign D-Day at Juno Beach’ 34. Thasos Thrace c.146BC 1/3 Stater Silver VF 2.7g (143102809325) ...... $115.50 119. Constantius II Augustus 337-361AD Struck Bronze Mint Uncertain Found in Ihnasyah 143190023167 ...... $32 Reverse-Proof $3 Silver Coin 1/4oz 35. Apollonia Illyria 200-80BC AR Drachm Timhn Cow Suckling Square F/VF (143102820941) ...... $134.75 120. Bronze Ptolemy VI 180-145BC Ptolemaiou Eagles/Thunderbolt Conucopia Zeus Ammon 143105275098 ...... $45 .9999 Fine ...... $24.95 36. Danubian Celt c 200 BC Silver Imitation Tetradrachm Phillip III Lane 918 28.5mm (143102830178) ...... $111.65 121. Bronze Constantius II Augustus 337-361AD Struck Bronze Minted Alexandria Egypt Found in 143190026400 ...... $32 37. Silver Aspendos c188BC Pamphylia Alexander The Great Seleucid Countermark c161BC (143102838379) ...... $173.25 122. Bronze Seleucus IV Seleucis Antioch A/Tld Apollon Seated on Omphalos Style Orchnique 143105278658 ...... $40 18746 2019 ‘D-Day Commemorative Collector 38. Macedon 500-437BC Eion AR Trihemiobol Goose/Lizard VF+ (143102847993) ...... $96.25 123. Bronze Helena c337 Issued Post Mortem Mother of Constantine FL.IVL.HELENAE AUG. Pax 143190029569 ...... $32 Keepsake Set’ ...... $21.95 39. Miletos Ionia Silver 1/12 Stater XF Condition Minted Around 525BC 10mm 1.3g (143102861503) ...... $92.40 124. Bronze Paroreia Macedonia 185-168BC 143105282861 ...... $55 40. Greek Silver Athens 449-413BC Owl VF/EF Test Cut Athena (143102871922) ...... $423.50 125. Bronze Urbs Roma 330-346 Trier She-Wolf Romulus/Remus Roma 143190032216 ...... $70 18747 019 Roll of ‘Coloured D-Day’ $2 Coins (in 41. Abokainon Sicily 450-400BC AR Litra Sow Piglet Acorn Didnysos VF (143102876847) ...... $130.90 126. Bronze Apameia 69BC AE 21mm 8.1g Obvs: Laur Head of Zeus Revs:Elephant r H in Field MM 143105286391 ...... $40 42. Silver Parium Mysia c450BC Tetrobol Gorgon VF (143102897066) ...... $103.95 127. Bronze Delmatius 335-337 FL.DELMATIUS.NOB.C. AE3/4 Gloria Exercitus Sis 143190035123 ...... $48 special wrap) BU ...... $79.95 43. Silver Lesbos 500-450BC 1/12 Stater Boars Heads VF (143102900694) ...... $77 128. Bronze Mint of Amphipolis Macedonia Civic Issue AE18mm 5.21g 11h 187-31BC 143105289898 ...... $31 18748 2019 Roll of ‘Non-Coloured D-Day’ $2 Coins (in special wrap) BU ...$79.95 44. Silver Cherronesus Thrace 480-350BC Lion Hemidrachm VF (143102906866) ...... $77 129. Bronze Aeolis Myrina c200BC Apollo 143105293928 ...... $30 45. Thracian Kings Sparadokes Silver Diobol c464-444BC O:Forepart of Horse R:Eagle (143102910985) ...... $154 130. Bronze Gaul Senones c50BC Horse 143105306279 ...... $34 18749 2019 ‘This is Canada!’ Glow-in-the-Dark Colorized $5 Silver Coin 46. Heracleia Lucania Silver Diobol 432-420BC Sear 387v ob:Athena in Helmet (143102918118) ...... $154 131. Bronze Carteia c200BC Hispania Ulterior Poseidon 143105314488 ...... $30 47. Syracuse 425-400BC Second Democracy Arethusa Hemilitron AG Wheel/Four Spokes VF (143102926260) ...... $103.95 132. Bronze Antiocheia c100BC s5853 143105335237 ...... $35 1/4oz .9999 Fine ...... $29.95 48. Greek Achaemenid Rule Lydia AR Siglos 420-520BC Great King or Warrior Advancing (143102930781) ...... $231 133. Bronze Tyche AE9 Wolf 143105343087 ...... $30 18750 2019 ‘100th Anniversary of CN Rail’ Colorized 25-Cent Coin ...... $29.95 49. Silver Apollonia Pontica Thrace 400-375BC Diobol Anchor/Crayfi sh Apollo VF (143102935387) ...... $107.80 134. Bronze Jewish War 67/68 AE Prutah Year Two 143105350473 ...... $95 50. Silver Corinth Stater c400BC Pagasos Aphrodite VF (143102942734) ...... $154 135. Bronze Termessos Major Pisidia AE16 71-36BC Sear 5495 16mm 3.6gm 143105356159 ...... $95 18751 2019 ‘Coastal Drive - Celebrating Canadian Fun and Festivities’ 51. Silver Colophon Ionia 5th c BC Apollo Clarios Tetartemorion VF (143102947868) ...... $103.95 136. Bronze Crannon Thessaly 4th Century BC AE18 3.51g Dichalkon Rider on Horse Prancing 143105364202 ...... $95 Colorized Proof $3 Silver Coin 1/4oz .9999 Fine ...... $49.95 52. Silver Massalia c400BC Gaul Obol Marseilles VF Ma Spokes of Wheel (143102950685) ...... $84.70 137. Bronze Philip V 220-179BC Athena AE19 Poseidon 143105366984 ...... $95 53. Bronze Syracuse c425BC Tetras Arethusa F/VF (143102956631) ...... $115.50 138. Bronze Roman Imperial Constans 337-350 AE2 TSB FEL.TEMP.REPARATIO D.N.CONSTANS.P.F.AUG. 143190989969 ...... $45 18752 2019 ‘Cancer - Zodiac Series’ Crystalized Proof $5 Silver Coin 54. ronze Syracuse 415BC F/VF Eypa Arethusa Ae18 (143102959152) ...... $88.55 139. Bronze Roman Imperial Constans 337-350AD Bronze Centenionalis Obv DN Constans PF AUG Diademed Draped & 143190996725 ...... $45 55. Bronze Larissa Thessaly 400-344BC 5.87g Hd of Nymph Facing Horseman to r Spear Couched (143102965642) ...... $84.70 140. Bronze Roman Imperial Constans AE3 Bronze Alexandria Mint DN CONST ANS PF AUG Diademed Head Right VOT 143191027676 ...... $66 .9999 Fine ...... $54.95 This is our 56. Bronze Placia Mysia c400BC R:Ttakia Lion Devouring Prey Ear of Corn Beneath F/VF AE12 (143102970204) ...... $61.60 141. Bronze Roman Imperial Constans 337-350 SIS FEL/TEMP/REPARATIO DN.CONSTANS.P.F.AUG. 143191031192 ...... $66 18753 2019 Half-Gram ‘Bouquet of Maple Leaves’ Proof 25-Cent Gold 57. Sicyon Peloponessos 400-300BC Dove AR Hemiodrachm Chimaera F/VF (143102976967) ...... $130.90 142. Bronze Roman Imperial Vetranio 350 DN Vetranio PF AUG Thessalonica Virtus Exercitum 143191035283 ...... $154 58. Bronze Triptolemos F/VF Mallos Cilicia 400-350BC Medusa Gorgon Reverse AE10 (143102987807) ...... $65.45 143. Bronze Roman Imperial Magnentius 350-353 D.N.Magnentius.P.F.AUG. Victoriae.DD.NN.AUG.ET.CAE. Vot V 143191059547 ...... $45 Coin .9999 Fine ...... $84.95 1,336th 59. Rhodes 400-333BC Helios Silver Di-obol VF+ Rose (143102994688) ...... $84.70 144. Bronze Roman Imperial Constantius Gallus 351-354 D.N.Constantius.NOB.CAES. FEL.TEMP.Reparatio 143191102579 ...... $48 60. Silver Thasos Thrace 404-340BC Trihemiosol Satgr VF (143103003522) ...... $96.25 145. Bronze Roman Imperial Constantius Gallus 354 DN/FL/CL/Constantius/NOB/CAES FELTEMPREPARATIO CONS 143191112162 ...... $31 18754 2019 ‘The Normandy Campaign - Battlefront’ Proof $20 Silver Consecutive Ad 61. Macedonia Chalkidian League Olynthus 383BC O:Apollo R:Lyre AR Tetrobol Silver (143103035198) ...... $127.05 146. Bronze Roman Imperial Constantius Gallus 351-354 CONS S FEL TEMP REPARATIO D.N.FL.CL.Constantius NOB. 143191115893 ...... $31 Coin 1oz .9999 Fine ...... $94.95 and 62. alabria Taras Circa 350 BC Silver Diobol .92g Helmeted Head of Athena Right (143103056946) ...... $96.25 147. Bronze Roman Imperial Constantius Gallus 351-354 Siscia FEL.TEMP.Reparatio D.N. Constantius IVN.NOB.C. 143191169045 ...... $31 in CCN 63. Bronze Larissa Phriconis Aeolis 4th CBC Ae10 River Nymph VF Bull Head (143103060006) ...... $192.50 148. Bronze Roman Imperial Constantius Gallus 351-354 O:DN Constantius NOB CAES R:FEL TEMP Reparatio 143191173016 ...... $31 18755 2019 ‘The Beloved Maple Leaf’ Proof $20 Silver Coin 1oz FOREIGN EXCHANGE Ltd. 64. Adramytia Mysia Weber 4950 Bronze Ae Ancient Greece 4th Century BC Zeus/Pegasos (143103062523) ...... $73.15 149. 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Funded by the Government of Canada might have saved from childhood. You might also find inexpensive piggy EDITORIAL POLICY: Canadian Coin News is a hobby magazine endeavouring to bring worldwide numismatic news and views to its readers with the major emphasis on banks at garage sales, flea markets or Canadian numismatics. Opinions expressed in signed columns, stories, and letters are not necessarily those of Canadian Coin News. thrift stores. From time to time, coin Auction and sales reports: CCN staff or assigned contributors write pre- and post- sale articles. Writers conduct interviews as needed and use information provided by dealers may have a piggy bank or two the auction house as source material. As with all news articles, story selection, which in stock. Some of the scarcer, vintage sales to cover, and final placement in the magazine are news decisions made by the editor(s). Statements regarding sales are verified against prices realized. Lots that fail piggy banks also show up periodically to meet reserve, or are bought by the consignor or their agent, are considered non- sales for the purpose of reporting. From time to time, CCN staff may request a copy at numismatic auctions. of the invoice covering the auction transaction. Due to the public nature of auction transactions, this should not be needed often, but will be required in private treaty From simple terra-cotta banks and sales. Any information other than the price will be kept in confidence. A few ‘piggy banks’ belong to the author’s collection. miniature bank safes with complex Attributions and values: Items attributed or values in CCN editorial content are offered as a service to our readers. In no way should they be construed to be an movements to whimsical mechanical endorsement or official opinion on a specific item. Readers looking for definitive answers should seek the services of a professional numismatist. 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August 6, 2019 year, there are twice as many “treasure This week, it’s a near miss in Kenya, boxes” hidden along the trail. Anyone where that country’s new “next gener- who finds a box can also enter the re- ation banknotes” use a debatable Swa- demption code on the website to be en- hili translation of the word “bank.” Is- tered into weekly draws for cameras, sued May 31 in the East African coun- Parks Canada Discovery Passes and try, the five new notes read “Banki Kuu Features more. All finders are entered into the ya Kenya,” meaning Central Bank of ‘Pride of Two Nations’ joint set grand prize draw, which includes a trip Kenya (CBK); however, some Kenyans, features Proof finishes...... Page 6 for two on a 10-day cruise. Also new including officials with the Consumers this year are prizes for the trail’s “super- Federation of Kenya, a non-profit con- CENTURIES-OLD COIN users,” who travel between provinces sumer protection organization, argue FOUND IN ST. JOHN’S and territories in search of boxes. Hunt- “benki” is the correct Swahili transla- This June, local artist Kevin-Barry ers who find five or more boxes will be tion of “bank.” After some controversy Regulars Martin was metal detecting near a con- eligible to win a 2019 $50 “Rose of the erupted on Twitter, Wallace Kantai, struction site in St. John’s, N.L., where Winds” coin with a mintage of only 750 head of communication at CBK, con- he found a 1799 eight-reales coin issued pieces; a $500 voucher for a new bike; or firmed there is no error: “Both ‘banki’ TRENDS by New Spain, a Spanish colony that in- a hiking trip for two on Newfound- and ‘benki’ are correct.” For example, Focus on Canadian 50 cents...... Page 20 cluded parts of present-day Mexico, the land’s Atlantic coast. neighbouring Tanzania uses the word U.S. and even Canada at various points “benki” on its notes. in its existence from the early 1500s un- NUMISMATICS DOWN CCN MARKETPLACE til 1821. “I had myself an Indiana Jones THREE PER CENT moment,” Martin wrote on Twitter The Royal Canadian Mint’s numis- Are you buying or selling?...... Page 30 about the 220-year-old Spanish dollar, matics revenue decreased slightly in the which depicts Charles IV, Spain’s king first quarter of this year compared to the from 1788-1808. At the same site, Martin same period last year. This according to SHOW AND BOURSE found several Canadian pennies and an the Mint’s recently released first-quarter Check out the shows enamelled Star of David brooch. While financial report, which reports a three in your area...... Page 33 his coin is badly worn, but in Very Good per cent decrease in numismatics reve- MAJOR VARIETIES SETS condition they catalogue at about $65. nue from $28 million to $27.3 million. It UP FOR AUCTION cites the decrease as being “largely at- Described by Heritage Auctions as tributable to a six per cent decrease in “the world’s finest examples obtainable the volume of silver and base metal nu- of this widely collected 19th-century Columns mismatic production sold in 2019, com- set,” the Castle Collection of U.S. In- pared to 2018. The report also touches dian Cents is expected to bring seven ANCIENT MONEY on the Mint’s implementation of its up- figures when it’s offered by the Texas- dated numismatics strategy. “Invest- based auction house this August. “In Septimius Severus elevated ments in improved marketing and cus- all the years I’ve seen complete sets, to title of Parthicus Maximus tomer service capabilities and tools are none compare to the standout pieces in after wars...... Page 8 being made in order for the numismat- the Castle Collection,” said Greg Ro- ics business to profitably grow and ser- han, president of Heritage Auctions. vice the Mint’s loyal and passionate cus- “The current owner of the Castle Col- ERRORS & VARIETIES tomer base,” reads the report.” The lection is very savvy and it’s easy to see Thought process must be Mint’s approach has shifted from an in- that he took a true connoisseur’s ap- thorough, comprehensive GREAT TRAIL TREASURE HUNT ward product focused perspective to an proach to acquiring these coins.” It’s to assure accuracy...... Page 10 With 200 treasure boxes hidden along out-ward customer-focused approach. slated to cross the block during the a trail spanning 24,000 kilometres of Ca- Its activities in Canada and the U.S. will American Numismatic Association nadian wilderness, the Great Trail Trea- continue, while maintaining ancillary World’s Fair of Money on Aug. 13-20. sure Hunt offers a chance for adventure markets such as Europe and Asia.” The “The dedicated attention is built COLONIAL TOKENS seekers to take home a couple of coins. Crown corporation is also looking to around the understanding that copper English ‘evasion tokens’ Offering coins struck by the Royal Ca- use its network of bullion dealers and is notoriously difficult to obtain with dodged counterfeit laws...... Page 12 nadian Mint, one of the hunt’s nine distributors “to cross-promote incre- intact original surfaces, and the early sponsors, the event began June 19 and is mental numismatic opportunities.” years from the 1860s and 1870s are presented by Trans Canada Trail (TCT) rarely encountered,” added auction- NUMISMATIC FRINGE and Canadian Geographic. It runs until eers. Among the highlights is an 1873 Albertosaurus on 2019 RCNA Aug. 18. “Exploring the Great Trail is a “Doubled Liberty” cent in Mint medal, other ‘fringe’ pieces State-65 red and brown, “a coin that is great way to get some fresh air, get in decades past...... Page 18 some exercise and see our country with rarely found in Mint condition, much family and friends as never before,” less with any original Mint lustre,” ac- said John Geiger, CEO of the Royal Ca- ANOTHER TYPO, OR IS IT? cording to auctioneers. The Castle Col- nadian Geographical Society. You might recall two issues ago (Vol. lection is in the Professional Coin SHOW CIRCUIT Visit thegreattrailtreasurehunt.ca to 57 #6), when we reported on a minor Grading Service Hall of Fame and is Coin Expo tops for precious view a map and read clues about the typo causing major headaches for Aus- the top set in both the basic set and ma- metals, kids...... Page 28 locations of boxes along the Great Trail. tralia’s central bank (the word “RE- jor varieties categories.
July 23, 2019 • CANADIAN COIN NEWS • www.canadiancoinnews.ca 7 Septimius Severus elevated to title of Parthicus Maximus after wars
Septimius Severus’ assumption of the title ‘Britannicus’ in 210 is Ancient reflected on his coins bearing the obverse legend MONEY ‘SEVERVS PIVS AVG BRIT.’
By Stanley Clute Here, Marcus Opelius Macri- nus strides briefly across the fter defeating Clodius Al- Since the time of Clodius Al- stage of world history. Accord- binus, the last of his rivals, binus, unrest had been growing ing to the historian Dio Cas- Ageneral Septimius Severus in Britain. Hadrian’s wall was sius, Macrinus was a Moor. He found himself in sole command partially destroyed and the cum on Feb. 4, AD 211, leaving Septimius’ younger son, was born in Africa in AD 164 of the extensive Roman empire. northern part of the province the empire to be shared by his Publius Septimius Geta (or and held a series of posts in the During his reign from AD was overrun by invading tribes two sons. Lucius Septimius Geta, with household of Septimius 193 to 211, he fought two great from north of the wall. Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, the initials of either praenomen Severus. By the year 217, he wars against Rome’s mighty In AD 208, Septimius, his originally named Bassianus, found on his coinage), was held the post of prefect of the Persian enemy, the Parthians. wife Julia Domna and their two was born at Lugdunum (Ly- born at Rome in AD 193. He praetorian guard. On April 8, After the second war (in AD sons left Rome and headed for ons) in Gaul in AD 188 as the was raised to the rank of 217, Caracalla was in the east, 198) he received from the Ro- the province of Britannia. Upon eldest son of Septimius “Augustus” in AD 209, making travelling from Edessa to Car- man Senate the title Parthicus arrival, they travelled north Severus and Julia Domna. His him joint ruler with his father rhae to perform a religious rite Maximus, which is abbreviated and set up headquarters at Eb- nickname Caracalla was de- and older brother. Coins were (his mother came from a line of on his coins as “PART MAX.” oracum, which is now the city rived from the long Gallic tu- issued in his name both as Syrian priests) when he was set At the same time, he elevated of York. nics he liked to wear. “Caesar” and as “Augustus.” upon and stabbed to death by a his elder son, Caracalla, from Septimius had Hadrian’s In AD 202, he was married Caracalla and Geta accompa- common soldier on Macrinus’ the position of “Caesar” – heir Wall repaired, and in AD 210, to Plautilla, the daughter of a nied their parents to Britain. orders. apparent – to “Augustus,” his son, Caracalla, reconquered powerful Roman official. When Septimius died, he left Macrinus then seized power. thereby making him his co-em- the southern uplands as far When her father fell from fa- the empire to his two sons with The soldier, one Martialis, was peror. His younger son, Geta, north as the Antonine Wall, vour in the year 205, she was the intention that they should blamed for the emperor’s mur- was given the title of “Caesar.” which structure Septimius also banished to the Lipari Islands. reign jointly. They only man- der. He was captured and After having visited Syria, strengthened. The assumption Later, she was murdered on aged to do that until AD 212. killed by the imperial German Palestine and Egypt, Septimius by Septimius of the title of Bri- the orders of Caracalla. The The brothers were far from bodyguard. Two days after the returned to Rome in AD 202. tannicus in 210 is reflected on coins issued in her name show close; in fact, they hated each assassination, Macrinus was sa- For the next six years, the em- his coins bearing the obverse her draped bust facing right other and bickered constantly, luted as emperor by the troops. pire was free of foreign wars. legend “SEVERVS PIVS AVG and one of the following ob- often requiring their mother’s He quickly offended the Ro- Important advances were made BRIT.” verse legends: “PLAVTILLA intervention as a peacemaker. man Senate by assuming the in the powers of the equites – The strain of campaign took AVG,” “PLAVTILLA They distrusted and suspected full imperial titles before they Rome’s knightly or second a heavy toll on the elderly em- AVGVSTA” or “PLAVTILLAE each other. According to Hero- were conferred upon him by class – during his reign. peror, and he died at Ebora- AVGVSTAE.” dian, on the journey back to the customary senatorial de- Rome with their father’s ashes cree. Macrinus attempted to and Julia Domna, they refused add legitimacy to his claim to to stay at the same inns or eat the throne by assuming the together for fear of being poi- name “Severus.” This claim is soned. reflected on his coins in legends In 212, he followed this up such as “IMP C M OPEL SEV with a purge of Geta’s follow- MACRINVS AVG.” www.banknotecerti cation.com ers. Many Romans were killed Macrinus conferred the because of a perceived alle- name “Antoninus” on his son giance to the wrong brother. Diadumenianus and issued The greatest action of Cara- coins with his portrait and calla’s reign was the granting of name, the legends of which Roman citizenship to all free read “M OPEL ANT DIADV- inhabitants of the empire. MENIAN CAES.” Caracalla also “made his Macrinus continued striking mark” on the Roman coinage, the new denomination intro- introducing a new silver coin duced by Caracalla. The Back by popular demand with a value of either one-and- antoninianus would later be a-half or two denarii. The new discontinued under the em- coin was called an peror Severus Alexander and “antoninianus” after himself. It reinstated a few reigns later on $9.00 per note was introduced at the end of a more permanent basis. ** with a minimum submission of 10 notes. AD 214. His portrait on this In addition to his problems coin, like that on the brass with the Senate, Macrinus also Save your money, Protect your Investment. dupondius, is radiate, unlike had difficulties with the Roman Insist on BCS Certi ed notes for your Canadian Collection. the laureate portraits used on army. For one thing, he was an other denominations. incompetent general. When he In 215, Caracalla began in- was forced into combat by the Limited time o er only for the months of July & August 2019 flating the coinage. Further- Parthian king Artabanus, he Valid for regular service only. more, the weight of the gold fought a few indecisive engage- O er not valid in conjunction with any other o er. aureus was reduced at this ments in the east and then hast- time. Continued on page 29 8 July 23, 2019 • CANADIAN COIN NEWS • www.canadiancoinnews.ca G eoffrey B ell A u c t i o n s
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July 23, 2019 • CANADIAN COIN NEWS • www.canadiancoinnews.ca 9 Thought process must be thorough, comprehensive to assure accuracy
Is this error a result of being struck by a full die cap or is it a “struck- Errors & through” caused by foreign material such as a rag or VARIETIES grease? Photo courtesy Donald S.
By John Regitko top is exactly level with the top of the minting press’ “ta- have been wanting to share evidence of a split as you ble top.” This enables the coin my complete thought pro- would expect if a blank split to be pushed forward into the Icess with readers when it and is then struck. But most of bucket of struck coins. Illustra- comes to determining the all, a planchet that split before tion 3 shows the location of cause of an error. striking would not explain the am looking at the Queen or Illustration 2 shows how the dies during the striking The following example is as lack of design on the obverse the ship (I am not calling it the this error could have occurred and ejection process as proof good as I have come across for and a normal design on the re- Bluenose because the designer, with this set-up. As well, I am Donald’s coin could not occur reaching various conclusions – verse. That makes the scenario Emanuel Hahn, used a com- assuming the reverse die is in with the die set-up that has both possible as well as impos- of a pre-strike split impossible. posite of three ships, only one the hammer position, which the obverse design on the an- sible – in deciding the most of which was the Bluenose). was the set-up on the older vil die. likely cause. My thought pro- SPLIT AFTER STRIKING I can also not make out if presses in use at Ottawa and However, the hammer die cess invariably includes theo- A split after striking would the Queen or ship is facing in Winnipeg. This has given us a has no such confinement dur- ries resulting in dead ends (and explain the solid strike on one the normal or opposite direc- small quantity of brockages ing the striking process, en- plausible ones) before I reach a side and the weak design on tion. But knowing this is not over the years. abling the struck coin to hang conclusion as to the most likely the other (which would have necessary to come to a conclu- The error could not occur if onto the hammer die when it cause. As you’ll soon see, I been the inside of the blank sion about what might have the die set-up was in reverse receded upward. sometimes have to go around before it split). caused this error. (the hammer die contained Since the coin is not in the in circles to dissect how an er- I didn’t have to contact Since it is extremely un- the obverse design and the path of the “finger feed” to al- ror could have occurred. Donald about the weight of likely a die cap occurred anvil die the reverse design) low it to push the coin for- “I got this coin a few years the coin because the photo around the anvil die – since because the mechanism of the ward, all the finger does is de- back,” wrote Donald S., to me. told me it could not have been the blank is completely sur- minting press would not al- posit a new blank into the col- “Can I get some info on it?” a split planchet after striking. rounded from all sides – we low a blank to sit on top of lar die. Looking at the photos of the The odds of a blank splitting 2008-dated 10-cent coin in Il- after it was struck and leaving lustration 1, a lot of collectors the rim high around the pe- with any degree of knowledge rimeter – and as perfect as a will say it’s a brockage pro- normal rim – are too great. duced by a die cap. Some will The split was bound to leave think it might be a large part or all of the high rim flat- “struck-through” error due to tened, not “full height,” as is material between the blank obvious in the illustration. and the obverse die when it And again, the surface is too was struck. A few will wonder smooth for it to have split af- if it could be the result of a ter striking. blank planchet splitting either WEAK STRIKE before or after striking. The only logical way a brockage could have been produced is if the hammer die Here is my somewhat Obviously, it could not have contained the reverse design. The line drawing shows how the dies, blanks and coins lengthy thought process plus a been a weak strike that caused impress their images on each other. Drawing courtesy of the author. conclusion on this error. Warn- the lack of design on the ob- ing – I will have you going verse. around in circles. The reason is simple: it is a should follow the process that the anvil die and not be The coin stuck to the ham- physical impossibility for a set would give us a normal re- ejected. mer die then became the faux- SPLIT BEFORE STRIKING of dies to strike one side verse and a brockage strike on The collar die “surrounds” pas die when a new blank en- I don’t know the weight of weakly and the other side nor- the other side. the blank when it is struck, so tered the striking chamber the coin, but we must consider mally. Let me assume, therefore, it it has nowhere to go but to (which would become the the possibility the blank could is the ship on the obverse and ride up on top of the anvil die. coin shown in Illustration 1). have split before striking. 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10 July 23, 2019 • CANADIAN COIN NEWS • www.canadiancoinnews.ca striking hundreds of blanks the opposite direction from quantity. As a matter of fact, it (to the right) and distort the The way I envision this pos- before it was noticed by the normal. would be highly unlikely if image so it looks weakly sibility is that an employee – press operator or quality con- But here is the problem: the more than one was struck by struck – just like on Donald’s probably after he installed a trol inspector. area where the Queen should the following theory. coin. new set of dies and cleaned As an aside, we don’t know be looks raised, not incused. If Could a foreign object be- A rag would also explain them off any grease or dust – when the Winnipeg facility the coin was struck by a tween the die and the blank do why the rim is still high be- could leave a cleaning rag be- changed the die setup so the capped die, the design would it? cause a piece of cloth is no hind. That might sound a bid obverse die was in the ham- be incused – or flat, at best, af- A rag getting between the match against the pressure of farfetched to some newer col- mer position. This coin would ter a few thousand strikes. obverse die and the blank the metal dies, which would lectors, but we know a lot of confirm the setup of having It really makes no difference planchet would have the reshape the rag to fit rather farfetched things happen at the reverse design on the ham- which die was which or if the Queen facing the normal way than the rag reshaping the rim. the Mint over the years (al- mer die and the obverse de- weak design is of the Queen or though, admittedly, not as late sign on the anvil die was in the ship since the raised design as 2008). effect at least until 2008 (that on the obverse virtually elimi- We are not just talking about is, if we conclude Donald’s nates the possibility this is a a small piece of torn cloth coin is a brockage struck by a brockage produced by a die since it obviously covered the die cap). cap, in my opinion. whole blank and beyond to To recap, the brockage in Il- Because the image is raised, prevent any of the die’s design lustration 1 can only be pro- it causes me to look for a more from imprinting its sharp de- duced if the hammer die con- plausible alternative. tails into the blank. It’s unnec- tains the reverse design. If the essary for it to be a very thick obverse design was on the STRUCK-THROUGH rag to distort the image. hammer die, then the normal If we eliminate the possibil- I rule out a thin piece of side on Donald’s coin would ity Donald’s coin is a split metal because some sort of in- contain the obverse design, planchet or a brockage struck dentation of the rim, or un- which it does not. by a die cap, we must look for evenness where the edges of To firmly prove a die cap something producing a weak the strip of metal met the and a resulting brockage could and slightly raised image on blank, would be evident. A not be involved, I would love one side and a normal clear thin piece of metal would also to know which way the Queen design on the other. cause the rim to be flat rather or ship is facing. The answer I am not aware of another After the blank is struck, the anvil die moves up so the than a normal “Type 2” raised would be obvious; if it is fac- 2008-dated 10-cent coin with coin can be pushed forward by the mechanical arm (top). rim. ing in the right direction, it the same error. This leads me The position of the hammer, anvil and collar dies at the However, could a previ- could not be a brockage strike to consider another way this moment the mechanical arm unsuccessfully attempts to ously thin piece of split get- because a brockage strike has type of error could occur push the struck coin out of the way (bottom). This coin will ting between the blank and the design not only incused which would not involve the act as a die cap and shows why the coin cannot stay atop the obverse die do it? but mirrored, making it face in production of any sort of the anvil die. Drawing courtesy of the author. Continued on page 33 Last Call for Consignments for our Premier Numismatic Auction September 6th & 7th, 2019 The numismatic market is currently very strong and we have record levels of bidders participating in our auctions. If you are thinking about selling your collection, enjoy no commission for adding your valued items into our September Auction. Our auction features a full-colour catalogue and reaches over 10,000 potential bidders. Live floor bidding at the Hilton/Meadowvale Hotel, Mississauga, Ontario ~ in conjunction with the Canadian National Coin & Postage Stamp Show
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July 23, 2019 • CANADIAN COIN NEWS • www.canadiancoinnews.ca 11 English ‘evasion tokens’ dodged counterfeit laws At first glance, the author misattributed this evasion token as a blacksmith token Colonial catalogued as Wood #33. TOKENS Lot 232, an Atkins #65, has an obverse bust with the legend By Tim Grawey “COLONIAL PERCIE KIRK.” The reverse depicts a seated fe- he last half of the 18th cen- “GEORGE RULES / BRITAIN’S male figure beside a Union Jack tury saw the appearance of ISLES”; and “GEORGE III REX / shield by her left hand with her Tsome curious coinage in Eng- BRITAN NIA 1775.” right hand holding a trident. The land. Nearly 500 evasion varieties bizarre date of 1686 is also on the This period also witnessed an were listed by James Atkins in ada, but this was underscored by the bust and female figure may reverse. The caption “BRITONS overabundance of counterfeit his 1892 book The Tradesmen’s To- the October 2013 Toronto Coin lead some to assume this is an OWN HAPPY ISLE” is found Regal coins in circulation. To kens of the Eighteenth Century un- Expo Sale hosted by New Bruns- authentic coin). On the other around the rim. This peculiar remedy this, a stronger law was der the heading, “Imitations of wick’s Geoffrey Bell Auctions. A hand, its inscription gives clues evasion sold for $80 plus $16 passed to outlaw counterfeiting. the Regal Coinage.” total of 40 individual evasion to- to its actual attribution. The let- buyer’s premium and applicable However, this law was flawed in As with blacksmith counter- ken lots were offered along with ter “T” is missing in front of the taxes on an estimate of $80-$125. that it only increased penalties feits, which were according to 20 group lots. Most of these indi- letters “ARS,” making the re- Lot 234, a well-worn evasion, for exact copies of regal coinage. legend issued by a Montreal vidual lots hammered for well verse caption “BRITISH TARS.” described as Atkins #153 and Counterfeiters, many of whom blacksmith, evasion tokens were under $100, making these his- Tars is slang for sailor making “scarce,” has an obverse with a were believed to be button or also in many cases struck weakly toric pieces affordable for the this expression a likely reference bust facing left. The reverse por- badge makers in Birmingham, with a worn appearance that at discerning collector. to the perceived supremacy of trays a seated female figure with saw this as an opportunity and times lacked detail. British sailors and seamanship. a trident or spear in her left hand exploited it by striking counter- Why were these evasions ac- EVASION EXAMPLE and a sprig in her right. The ex- feits similar – but not identical – cepted in English commerce At first glance, I misattributed AUCTION RESULTS pression “BOENNY GIRL” is to the legends and designs of re- transactions? There was an exist- one evasion token (shown in Fig- Lot 228 of the Fall 2013 To- around the rim. This interesting gal coinage. This allowed the is- ing shortage of coinage at the ure 1) as a blacksmith token cata- ronto Coin Expo Sale is attrib- piece sold for only $20 plus $4 suers to sidestep the more severe time. Also, because of that era’s logued as Wood 33. uted as Atkins #5 with an ob- buyer’s premium on an estimate law, and thus the name “evasion low literacy rates, the tokens After all, its obverse and re- verse facing right. It sports the of $40-$50. tokens” has been adopted. were accepted by people who verse designs are similar to caption “ALFRED THE GREAT” My learning here is when in- These evasion tokens were is- could not read due to their famil- Wood 33. On closer examination, around the rim. specting tokens and coins it is sued as both halfpennies and iarity with similar designs on re- I identified it as an evasion token farthings. First appearing in the gal coins. recorded by Atkins as #271. This mid-1770s, their circulation copper piece has an obverse de- peaked between 1795 and 1800. CANADIAN CONNECTION picting a bust of George III fac- Most examples have an obverse Many of these evasions made ing right with the words “GLO- bust and a seated female figure their way to the Canadian colo- RIOVS III VIS” around the rim. or harp on the reverse. The cap- nies along with British regal The reverse portrays a seated fe- tions were not the same as on re- coinage and circulated along male figure, possibly Britannia, gal coinage and in many cases with other counterfeits, foreign facing left and holding a sprig in were nonsensical or even comi- coins and eventually tokens is- her right hand. The word “BRIT- cal in nature. Some examples of sued by Canadian merchants, ISH” can be seen clearly along obverse and reverse expressions banks and individuals. the left side of the rim. The let- include “BRUTUS SEXTUS / We likely don’t appreciate the ters “ARS” can be seen along the BRITANNIA RULES 1771”; extent of their circulation in Can- right side of the rim. While the Lot 232 of the Fall 2013 Toronto Coin Expo Sale offered an Atkins #65 with an obverse bust alongside the legend ROYAL CANADIAN NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION date is not fully legible, Atkins describes a date of 1771 in his ar- ‘COLONIAL PERCIE KIRK.’ This evasion token sold for $96 2019 CONVENTION MEETS IN CALGARY, ALBERTA ticle. With an up-down die axis, on an estimate of $80-$125. Photo by Geoffrey Bell Auctions. Dates: Tuesday, July 16 to Saturday, July 20 this piece weighs 6 grams, has a Location: Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza and Conference Centre 27.47-millimetre diameter and is The reverse illustrates a seated always prudent to be aware of Hotel rates ($129 - $139 per night) Phone : 1-800-661-1464 1.21-mm thick. female figure and the expression the possibility of evasion tokens Mention Reservation number : 1907ROYAL In addition to resembling the “UNITY AND PEACE” around to ensure an accurate attribution. There will be a full week of activities for conventioneers including a full dealer bourse room, aforementioned blacksmith to- rim. This interesting piece sold These fascinating, historical educational exhibits, three session auction by The Canadian Numismatic Company, a two- ken, it also has many features for only $20 plus $4 buyer’s pre- pieces definitely circulated in day educational symposium, club meetings, gala banquet and a wide variety of tours similar to English 18th- and 19th- mium and applicable taxes on an 18th- and 19th-century Canadian Bourse Hours: Thursday, July 18: 10 am - 5:30 pm century coinage (in particular, estimate of $40-$60. colonies. Friday, July 19: 10 am - 5:30 pm To learn more about the to- Saturday, July 20: 10 am - 4 pm NEED AN INDEPENDENT GRADING OPINION? kens and coins that circulated in The daily admission is $6.00 per person and young people under the age of 18 are free. We authenticate & grade all Canadian Coins pre-Confederation Canada, con- On Saturday, July 20, all adults accompanying a young person (under 18) are free. Population Reports • Large Lot Grading Discounts sider joining the Canadian Asso- More information about the RCNA 2019 Convention including a full Schedule of Events Micro & Fine Art Coin Photography ciation of Token Collectors is available at www.rcna.ca. (CATC). The General Chairman of the convention is James Williston For more information, contact and he can becontacted by phone at 1-403-461-2663 CATC President Harry James at or email at [email protected] Box 22022, Elmwood Square The RCNA Liaison is Paul Johnson, Executive Secretary INTERNATIONAL COIN CERTIFICATION SERVICE INC. P.O., 204 First Ave., St. Thomas, and he can be contacted by phone at 1-647-401-4014 2010 YONGE ST., STE. 202, TORONTO, CANADA M4S 1Z9 ON, N5R 6A1 or harrynj@sym- or email at [email protected]. Phone (416) 488-8620 Fax (416) 488-6371 patico.ca or visit nunet.ca/catc. htm. W 12 July 23, 2019 • CANADIAN COIN NEWS • www.canadiancoinnews.ca WORLD & ANCIENT COINS AUCTION August 15, 2019 | Chicago | Live & Online The Cook Collection of Canadian Coins Collection Highlights
George V Specimen George V gold George V Specimen “Dot” Cent 1936 Sovereign 1916-C “Dot” 10 Cents 1936 SP65 Red and Brown MS66 PCGS SP63+ PCGS PCGS
George VI Specimen “Blunt 7” Dollar 1947 George V Specimen Elizabeth II gold Proof “Golden Jubilee” SP68 PCGS Dollar 1911 Dollar 2003 PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS SP64 PCGS
Edward VII Specimen George V 50 Cents Victoria Specimen 25 25 Cents 1902-H 1921 MS66 PCGS Cents 1875-H SP68 PCGS SP68 PCGS
Victoria 25 cents Victoria 5 cents George V 5 cents 1872-H Specimen 1875-H Specimen 1921 SP67+ PCGS SP65 PCGS MS65 PCGS Visit HA.com/3075 to bid and view descriptions and high-quality images of these and other lots presented in the auction.
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Immediate Cash Advances Available BP 20%; see HA.com. 53987 1 Million+ Online Bidder-Members July 23, 2019 • CANADIAN COIN NEWS • www.canadiancoinnews.ca 13 TUESDAY, JULY 16 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Coin Kids Table – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. Registration Desk [Hotel Main Foyer] 12 noon–2:00 p.m. Canadian Paper Money Society (CPMS) Luncheon and Annual Meeting 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Tour: Royal Tyrell Museum – Drumheller * (Drumheller, AB) Tour of the Drumheller area [Plaza Room 5] including the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology; Lunch on your own at the museum. 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. Society of Bearded Numismatists (SOB) Meeting [Restaurant Bar] [Gather in the Lobby, bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. in front of hotel] (Bearded numismatists invited.) 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Tour: Early Bird Dinner * (Forbidden City Restaurant) 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Canadian Errors and Varieties Numismatic Association (CEVNA) Meeting [Gather in the Lobby; short walk; à la carte menu; dinner at your own expense.] [Plaza Room 4] (Everyone’s invited.) 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Newfoundland Numismatic Enthusiasts (NNE) Meeting [Plaza Room 4] WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 (Everyone’s invited.) 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Registration Desk – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Session 2 [Garden Courts 1-2] 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Tour: Studio Bell, Home of the National Music Centre and the King Eddy [Gather in the Lobby, bus leaves at 10:00 a.m. in front of hotel] 5:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Tour: Dinner and Tour at Big Rock Grill Brewery * [Gather in Lobby, bus leaves at 5:00 p.m. in front of hotel] 12 noon–6:00 p.m. Bourse and Exhibits setup [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Access restricted to Bourse Dealers, and Exhibitors – badge required.) SATURDAY, JULY 20 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. RCNA Educational Symposium Session 1 [Plaza Room 5] (Everyone’s invited.) 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. Bourse setup [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. RCNA Outgoing Executive Meeting [Plaza Room 4] (Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) (All RCNA members are invited to attend as observers.) 8:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Canadian Association of Wooden Money Collectors (CAWMC) Breakfast 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. RCNA President and CNS Host Club Welcome Reception [Suite 1223] [Garden Court 2] (Pre-purchased tickets required.) (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) 8:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m. Meet the Trends Editor [Deerfoot Room] – Sponsored by Canadian Coin News. THURSDAY, JULY 18 8:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Canadian Numismatic Research Society (CNRS) Breakfast [Garden Court 1] (By invitation only. Pre-purchased tickets required.) JULY 16-20, 2019 7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Bourse and Exhibits setup [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Access restricted to Bourse Dealers, and Exhibitors – badge required.) 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Bourse and Exhibits preview [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) 7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. RCNA Judges Breakfast [Temple Room] (By invitation only.) 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Registration Desk open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 8:30 a.m. Competitive Exhibits Judging Begins [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Tour: Calgary Zoo * Lunch at your expense. 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Registration Desk – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] [Gather in Lobby, bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. in front of hotel.] 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Bourse and Exhibits preview [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] Hotel and Convention Centre 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Bourse and Exhibits – open to Public [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Access restricted to Bourse Dealers, and Exhibitors – badge required.) 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Coin Kids Table – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Spouses Mingle [Suite 1223] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required. Complimentary coffee, soft drinks and snacks.) 10:30 a.m.–12 noon RCNA Annual General Meeting [Plaza Room 4] 1316 33 St. NE, Calgary AB T2A 6B6 (All RCNA members are encouraged to attend. President’s report, 9:45 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Opening Ceremonies [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] annual financial report, etc.) 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Bourse and Exhibits – open to Public [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Hospitality Suite – open [Suite 1223] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. CPMS Executive Meeting [Deerfoot Room] badge required. Complimentary coffee, soft drinks and snacks.) Host Club: Calgary Numismatic Society (All CPMS members are invited to attend as observers.) 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Lot Pickup and Viewing 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Coin Kids Table – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Hospitality Suite – open [Suite 1223] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only 12:15 p.m.–1:30 p.m. RCNA Awards Presentation [Plaza Room 4] Bourse, Exhibits and Meetings open to the public – badge required. Complimentary coffee, soft drinks and snacks.) (All RCNA members are encouraged to attend.) 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Lot Viewing [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Canadian Association of Token Collectors (CATC) Meeting [Pineridge Room] Bourse Open Daily July 18-19-20 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. RCNA Educational Symposium Session 2 [Plaza Room 5] (Everyone’s invited.) (Everyone’s invited.) 6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Session 1 [Garden Courts 1-2] 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Coin Kids Junior Auction [Plaza Room 5] 5:45 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Canadian Association for Numismatic Education (CAFNE) Reception (Young collectors invited. Parents or guardians are encouraged Thursday, July 18 Friday, July 19 Saturday, July 20 Free, limited to first 96 people to register. to attend as observers.) [Nickle Arts Museum – Gather in Lobby, buses leave at 5:45 p.m. in front of hotel] 2:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Canadian Tire Coupon Collectors Club (CTCCC) Meeting [Rundle Room] 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Everyone’s invited.) FRIDAY, JULY 19 3:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Canadian Centennial Collectors Club (CCCC) Meeting [Pineridge Room] 8:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. RCNA Club Delegates Breakfast Meeting [Whitehorn, Pineridge Rooms] (Everyone’s invited.) (Pre-purchased tickets required.) 3:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Session 3 [Garden Courts 1-2] Daily Admission: $6 • Juniors under 18 FREE 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. Bourse setup [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) 5:30 p.m. Show Floor Closed / End of activities 8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Spousal Breakfast [Plaza Room 5] (Registered spouses only – badge required.) 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Pre Banquet Reception [Plaza Rooms 4-5] FREE Adult admission Saturday when accompanied with children 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Registration Desk open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Banquet ticket holders only. Cash Bar.) 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Bourse and Exhibits preview [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. RCNA Banquet and Awards Presentations [Plaza Rooms 4-5] Registration Packages also available. Contact us for complete details or go to our Website www.rcna.ca/2019 (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) (Presentation of major numismatic awards and keynote speaker. For Complete Convention Information, contact Paul Johnson 647-401-4014, email [email protected] 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Bourse and Exhibits – open to Public [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] Pre-purchased tickets required. Note: Reserve seating positions at the Convention Registration Desk starting Friday, July 19.) 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Tour: Glassblowing demo at Bee Kingdom Glass and Historic Inglewood Tour or James A. Williston, [email protected] * Lunch at your expense. [Gather in Lobby, 10:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Post Banquet Reception [Suite 1223] (Pre-purchased tickets required.) bus leaves at 10:00 a.m. in front of hotel.] SUNDAY, JULY 21 Official Auctioneer: 10:00 a.m.–12 noon J. Douglas Ferguson Foundation Executive Meeting [Deerfoot Room] (By invitation only.) 8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Canadian Association for Numismatic Education (CAFNE) Board Meeting [Deerfoot Room] (By invitation only.) The Canadian Numismatic Company • 5220 1st Ave., Quebec City, QC G1H 2V2 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Hospitality Suite – open [Suite 1223] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required. Complimentary coffee, soft drinks and snacks.) 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. RCNA Incoming Executive Meeting Phone: 418-628-9838 Email: [email protected] Web: www.canadiancoinsandpapermoney.com [Deerfoot Room] (All RCNA members are invited to attend as observers.) 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Lot Viewing [Plaza Ballroom 1-3]
14 July 23, 2019 • CANADIAN COIN NEWS • www.canadiancoinnews.ca TUESDAY, JULY 16 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Coin Kids Table – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. Registration Desk [Hotel Main Foyer] 12 noon–2:00 p.m. Canadian Paper Money Society (CPMS) Luncheon and Annual Meeting 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Tour: Royal Tyrell Museum – Drumheller * (Drumheller, AB) Tour of the Drumheller area [Plaza Room 5] including the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology; Lunch on your own at the museum. 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. Society of Bearded Numismatists (SOB) Meeting [Restaurant Bar] [Gather in the Lobby, bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. in front of hotel] (Bearded numismatists invited.) 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Tour: Early Bird Dinner * (Forbidden City Restaurant) 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Canadian Errors and Varieties Numismatic Association (CEVNA) Meeting [Gather in the Lobby; short walk; à la carte menu; dinner at your own expense.] [Plaza Room 4] (Everyone’s invited.) 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Newfoundland Numismatic Enthusiasts (NNE) Meeting [Plaza Room 4] WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 (Everyone’s invited.) 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Registration Desk – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Session 2 [Garden Courts 1-2] 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Tour: Studio Bell, Home of the National Music Centre and the King Eddy [Gather in the Lobby, bus leaves at 10:00 a.m. in front of hotel] 5:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Tour: Dinner and Tour at Big Rock Grill Brewery * [Gather in Lobby, bus leaves at 5:00 p.m. in front of hotel] 12 noon–6:00 p.m. Bourse and Exhibits setup [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Access restricted to Bourse Dealers, and Exhibitors – badge required.) SATURDAY, JULY 20 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. RCNA Educational Symposium Session 1 [Plaza Room 5] (Everyone’s invited.) 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. Bourse setup [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. RCNA Outgoing Executive Meeting [Plaza Room 4] (Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) (All RCNA members are invited to attend as observers.) 8:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Canadian Association of Wooden Money Collectors (CAWMC) Breakfast 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. RCNA President and CNS Host Club Welcome Reception [Suite 1223] [Garden Court 2] (Pre-purchased tickets required.) (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) 8:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m. Meet the Trends Editor [Deerfoot Room] – Sponsored by Canadian Coin News. THURSDAY, JULY 18 8:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Canadian Numismatic Research Society (CNRS) Breakfast [Garden Court 1] (By invitation only. Pre-purchased tickets required.) JULY 16-20, 2019 7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Bourse and Exhibits setup [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Access restricted to Bourse Dealers, and Exhibitors – badge required.) 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Bourse and Exhibits preview [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) 7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. RCNA Judges Breakfast [Temple Room] (By invitation only.) 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Registration Desk open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 8:30 a.m. Competitive Exhibits Judging Begins [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Tour: Calgary Zoo * Lunch at your expense. 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Registration Desk – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] [Gather in Lobby, bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. in front of hotel.] 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Bourse and Exhibits preview [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] Hotel and Convention Centre 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Bourse and Exhibits – open to Public [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Access restricted to Bourse Dealers, and Exhibitors – badge required.) 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Coin Kids Table – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Spouses Mingle [Suite 1223] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required. Complimentary coffee, soft drinks and snacks.) 10:30 a.m.–12 noon RCNA Annual General Meeting [Plaza Room 4] 1316 33 St. NE, Calgary AB T2A 6B6 (All RCNA members are encouraged to attend. President’s report, 9:45 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Opening Ceremonies [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] annual financial report, etc.) 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Bourse and Exhibits – open to Public [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Hospitality Suite – open [Suite 1223] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. CPMS Executive Meeting [Deerfoot Room] badge required. Complimentary coffee, soft drinks and snacks.) Host Club: Calgary Numismatic Society (All CPMS members are invited to attend as observers.) 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Lot Pickup and Viewing 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Coin Kids Table – open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Hospitality Suite – open [Suite 1223] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only 12:15 p.m.–1:30 p.m. RCNA Awards Presentation [Plaza Room 4] Bourse, Exhibits and Meetings open to the public – badge required. Complimentary coffee, soft drinks and snacks.) (All RCNA members are encouraged to attend.) 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Lot Viewing [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Canadian Association of Token Collectors (CATC) Meeting [Pineridge Room] Bourse Open Daily July 18-19-20 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. RCNA Educational Symposium Session 2 [Plaza Room 5] (Everyone’s invited.) (Everyone’s invited.) 6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Session 1 [Garden Courts 1-2] 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Coin Kids Junior Auction [Plaza Room 5] 5:45 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Canadian Association for Numismatic Education (CAFNE) Reception (Young collectors invited. Parents or guardians are encouraged Thursday, July 18 Friday, July 19 Saturday, July 20 Free, limited to first 96 people to register. to attend as observers.) [Nickle Arts Museum – Gather in Lobby, buses leave at 5:45 p.m. in front of hotel] 2:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Canadian Tire Coupon Collectors Club (CTCCC) Meeting [Rundle Room] 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Everyone’s invited.) FRIDAY, JULY 19 3:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Canadian Centennial Collectors Club (CCCC) Meeting [Pineridge Room] 8:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. RCNA Club Delegates Breakfast Meeting [Whitehorn, Pineridge Rooms] (Everyone’s invited.) (Pre-purchased tickets required.) 3:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Session 3 [Garden Courts 1-2] Daily Admission: $6 • Juniors under 18 FREE 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. Bourse setup [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) 5:30 p.m. Show Floor Closed / End of activities 8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Spousal Breakfast [Plaza Room 5] (Registered spouses only – badge required.) 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Pre Banquet Reception [Plaza Rooms 4-5] FREE Adult admission Saturday when accompanied with children 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Registration Desk open [Foyer Plaza Ballroom 1-3] (Banquet ticket holders only. Cash Bar.) 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Bourse and Exhibits preview [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. RCNA Banquet and Awards Presentations [Plaza Rooms 4-5] Registration Packages also available. Contact us for complete details or go to our Website www.rcna.ca/2019 (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required.) (Presentation of major numismatic awards and keynote speaker. For Complete Convention Information, contact Paul Johnson 647-401-4014, email [email protected] 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Bourse and Exhibits – open to Public [Plaza Ballroom 1-3] Pre-purchased tickets required. Note: Reserve seating positions at the Convention Registration Desk starting Friday, July 19.) 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Tour: Glassblowing demo at Bee Kingdom Glass and Historic Inglewood Tour or James A. Williston, [email protected] * Lunch at your expense. [Gather in Lobby, 10:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Post Banquet Reception [Suite 1223] (Pre-purchased tickets required.) bus leaves at 10:00 a.m. in front of hotel.] SUNDAY, JULY 21 Official Auctioneer: 10:00 a.m.–12 noon J. Douglas Ferguson Foundation Executive Meeting [Deerfoot Room] (By invitation only.) 8:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Canadian Association for Numismatic Education (CAFNE) Board Meeting [Deerfoot Room] (By invitation only.) The Canadian Numismatic Company • 5220 1st Ave., Quebec City, QC G1H 2V2 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Hospitality Suite – open [Suite 1223] (Registrants and Bourse Dealers only – badge required. Complimentary coffee, soft drinks and snacks.) 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. RCNA Incoming Executive Meeting Phone: 418-628-9838 Email: [email protected] Web: www.canadiancoinsandpapermoney.com [Deerfoot Room] (All RCNA members are invited to attend as observers.) 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The Canadian Numismatic Company Auction Lot Viewing [Plaza Ballroom 1-3]
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2019 RCNA CONVENTION MEDAL Britannia Numismatics The design for this year’s convention medal, submitted by CNS, centres on the Albertosaurus dinosaur that lived about 70 million years ago in what is now the province SCHAFFERS 7107 S. Yale Ave. #199, Tulsa, OK 74136 of Alberta. OLMSTEAD Phone: (918) 496-3008 Stephen Oatway Albertosaurus sarcophagus was named by Henry Fairfield Osborn in 1905 to honour Alberta, which joined Confederation that year. The fossil was first discovered Stop by my table (#6) and say hello. CURRENCY 506-232-5652 on June 9, 1884, in an outcrop of the Horseshoe Canyon Formation beside the Red Deer River. The find was recovered by an expedition of the Geological Survey of I am an aggressive buyer and would like Don Olmstead Canada, led by geologist Joseph Burr Tyrrell. Over 30 different specimens of all ages of the Albertosaurus have been recovered, giving scientists a good understanding Member ANA, CATC, CPMS, RCNA the opportunity to make you an offer on of its anatomy. A large theropod, a carnivorous dinosaur with short forelimbs, it walked or ran on its hind legs – a creature much smaller than its distant movie-star BUYING CANADIAN and any Canadian or U.S. coins, tokens, or WORLD COINS & NOTES Stop by and see me at Table #26 cousin the Tyrannosaurus Rex. paper money that you have for sale. Canadian & British Tokens, Medals The oldest and largest known specimen is ten metres in length; forensics determined it to be 28-years-old. The average Albertosaurus was nine to ten meters long, 3.4 m New Collections of Radars & Dale Schaffer Replacements, US Dollars and P/L coins [email protected] in height and weighed in the 1.3 to 1.7 metric tonne range. Its body skin was covered with hexagonal shaped scales arranged in rows. 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As soon as the tokens are available for sale to collec- tors and I have obtained Numismatic the necessary ordering information, I will ad- vise CCN readers via FRINGE this column. I still have several By Jeff Fournier new issues of challenge irst discovered as a fossil in A large carnivorous thero- coins I have not written 1884 and named in 1905 to pod with short forelimbs, Al- up, but I will cover them Fhonour the area in which it bertosaurus walked or ran on in an upcoming column. lived, Albertosaurus is featured its hind legs. It’s believed to be CONTRIBUTIONS on the medal struck to com- much smaller than its distant Drumheller’s first municipal Drumheller issued a ARE APPRECIATED memorate the upcoming 2019 movie-star cousin, the Tyran- token featuring a dinosaur commemorative medal Royal Canadian Numismatic nosaurus rex. was valued at 50 cents. Photo in 1967 to mark Canada’s Readers wishing to contact Association (RCNA) Conven- The oldest and largest by Jeff Fournier. centennial. me about this column may tion. known Albertosaurus fossil email me at jfournier14@ The medal and lead trial specimen is 10 metres in gmail.com, call me at 705- strike are shown here. This length and about 70 million on tokens or medals, you The Drumheller Stampede 491-1735, or direct mail to Jeff year’s medal will be struck in years old. The average Alberto- may be interested to know and Agricultural Society issued Fournier, Fisher Street R.P.O, copper (with a mintage of 210), saurus was upwards of 10 me- Drumheller issued a 50-cent “Bronchosaurus bucks” between Box 22004, North Bay, ON, silver (with a mintage of 60) tres long, 3.4 metres in height brass token in 1963. The to- 1984 and 1987. The tokens, all P1B 9P5. and nickel (with a mintage of and weighed about 1.5 metric ken features a ferocious-look- of which were struck in nickel- 30). All of the convention’s tonnes. Its body skin was cov- ing dinosaur on the obverse bonded steel by the Sherritt main registrants and dealers ered with hexagonal-shaped and had legal-tender status Mint in Fort Saskatchewan, will receive a copper medal. scales arranged in rows. The in the town during that year. Alta., were redeemable at Additional copper and silver skull, which was about a me- Beginning in 1974, Drum- the stampede fair- medals are also available for tre long, housed its long jaw heller also issued “dinosaur grounds. $20 and $55, respectively. with about 60 banana-shaped dollars” featuring a menac- teeth. ing dinosaur in the fore- The Tyrrell Museum ground and hoodoos – those of Paleontology An Albertosaurus is geological formations that commemorated its featured on the 2019 are common in the Alberta 10th anniversary RCNA convention Badlands – in the back- in 1995 with the medal. Photo by Henry ground. The tokens were is- issuance of a brass Nienhuis. sued for several years, and a medal featuring the number of these pieces have Albertosaurus. Photo by Jeff Anyone who’s at- varieties while a few are Fournier. tending this year’s quite scarce. RCNA Convention and Two different 38-millimetre I am always on the look- has registered for the medals were produced to mark out for information about nu- full-day trip to the Royal the Tyrrell Museum’s 10th an- mismatic fringe items such as Tyrrell Museum in nearby niversary in 1995. One piece medals, challenge coins, scrip Drumheller, Alta., will be was struck in brass while an- or tokens issued by Canadian able to see Albertosaurus up other was in pure silver. municipalities, coin clubs, close along with the rest of fraternities, organizations or Because more than 30 differ- his dinosaur relatives on Drumheller’s first merchants. ent Albertosaurus specimens of display. ‘dinosaur dollar’ was Please let me know if you all ages have been recovered For more information issued in 1974 and come across any pieces that since the initial discovery by about this year’s conven- was legal tender at haven’t been covered in this Canadian geologist Joseph Burr tion and the Albertosaurus participating merchants column. I really do rely on Tyrrell 135 years ago, scientists medal, visit rcna.ca/2019, during that year. Photo by Jeff you readers to advise me of have a good understanding of where a digital registration Fournier. numismatic fringe pieces that the dinosaur’s anatomy. form is available. have been issued in your If you have questions, This is not an exhaustive area. email 2019 convention chair During Canada’s centen- listing of all dinosaur tokens I’m particularly interested James Williston at 2019con- nial year, a 33-millimetre or medals issued in Drum- in ordering information, di- [email protected] or RCNA brass medal was issued by heller, but it does serve to of- ameter, composition, mintage Executive Secretary Paul Drumheller. These pieces are fer a good cross-section of is- and the reason for the issue. Johnson at [email protected]. quite popular with collectors sues for those collectors who High-quality photos would of dinosaur numismatics as may wish to start a thematic be appreciated so they may MORE DINOSAURS well as collectors of centen- collection of prehistoric nu- be included in these write- ON MEDALS & TOKENS nial numismatic items. mismatic pieces. ups. If you happen to be inter- Between 1986 and 2002, Your contributions help to ested in collecting dinosaurs the Tyrrell Museum of Pale- NANAIMO TOKEN keep this column going. ontology issued several med- TO BE ISSUED Thanks to RCNA Presi- A lead trial strike shows the als featuring various dino- The Loyal Nanaimo Bath- dent Henry Nienhuis for obverse side of the 2019 saurs and other pre-historic tub Society will be issuing a supplying me with the infor- RCNA medal. Photo by Henry creatures discovered in Al- municipal token once again mation about the 2019 Nienhuis. berta throughout the years. this year. RCNA medal. 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