Lot 26
(c. 1779) Rhode Island Ship Medal, with wreath. PCGS graded AU-55. This coin has been silver washed, to make it pass as if it were silver back around its time of issue perhaps. Well struck with most of the devices clear and well centered on the planchet. About two to three dozen are known, of which this is one of the better ones. We note some trivial pin scratches around the ships rigging, and minor surface erosion on both sides. A rare coin that is seldom offered.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
From the Fairchild Family Trust.
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