Centennial Exposition Liberty Bell/Independence Hall

1876 · SH 2-3 S PR · HK-23

Reference SH 2-3 S PR
HK-23
Date 1876
Metal Silver Proof
Weight 30.70 g
Diameter 38.1 mm
Designed By William H. Key
Engraved By William H. Key
Minted By
Rarity R-9
Orientation

The Liberty Bell was on display at the Centennial Exposition held in Philadelphia. The dates on this die variety have a pointed 6 and is found paired with several other centennial dies. Engraved by William H. Key, assistant engraver to William Barber, 1864-1885; his signature is below Independence Hall. Both Frossard and Holland report these as being struck in copper, not bronze.

Category

1876 U.S. Centennial Exposition