1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Expo
Omaha, Nebraska
The Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition was held in Omaha, Nebraska from June 1 to November 1, 1898. Over 2.6 million people viewed the 4000 plus exhibits during the five months it was open. Seven so-called dollars were struck in various compositions for this exposition. The details are cataloged in my 2023 book So-Called Dollars Volume I: United States Expositions. Click on the “View All” link below to see them.
So-Called Dollars Category SH 10:
Trans-Mississippi & International Exposition Official Medal
1898 · HK-281
On the obverse, a composite picture of the most beautiful women in the Trans-Mississippi portion…
Trans-Mississippi & International Exposition Floral Parade
1898 · HK-281A
Produced by the U.S. Mint as a souvenir for the Floral Day Parade at the…