Lot 2568
Sale 103 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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USA, 1936 S Providence, Rhode Island, tercentenary commemorative silver half dollar. Lightly toned, uncirculated.
In a slab by NGC as MS66. Mintage was 15,011. Commemorates the 300th anniversary of Roger Williams's founding of Providence. The obverse shows Roger Williams in a canoe being welcomed by an Indian. The reverse has the anchor of Hope with a shield. Although it commemorates the founding of Providence no mention is made to the city on the coin.
- Estimate
- $300
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $320