Lot 1197
1906 Pike's Peak Centennial, Southwest Expedition Medal, SC$1 HK-335. PCGS graded MS-65 Mint State issue has oxidized gray finish. This example is brilliant silver, with prooflike surfaces under toning. Silver. 34 mm. An exceptional example of this medal that marks the centennial of Zebulon Pike's Southwest Expedition, and the discovery of the mountain that now bears his name. The obverse displays the bust of Pike, and the reverse depicts Pike's Peak. Designed by C.E. Barber and struck at Philadelphia Mint. Brilliant surfaces prooflike surfaces under deep blue, gray and gold toning and visibly frosty devices. Only 250 proofs are known to have been struck, and it is believed that there are less than 75 surviving specimens. NGC census shows four graded Proof-65 and one Proof-65 Cameo with none finer.
Estimated Value $600-UP.
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