SOLD: HK-876 1905 Denver Mint Opening SCD

NGC MS 63 BN Jeff Shevlin Collection

Reference HK-876
Date 1905
Grade MS 63 BN
Price $1,475.00
Item # 2053
Metal Bronze

Near TOP POP, only 5 graded finer, 37 certified. This medal was struck in 1905 at the new Denver Mint to test the new machinery and possibly new dies for a $20 gold piece. It was handed out as a souvenir at the official opening ceremonies. Obverse DENVER above and 1905 below, bank reverse with a beaded border. Struck in Bronze.