SOLD: HK-491 1939-40 New York World’s Fair Exposition Elliptical Official SCD

NGC MS 63 Jeff Shevlin Collection

Reference HK-491
SH 24-1 S
Date 1939
Grade MS 63
Price $360.00
Item # 4595
Metal Silver

87 certified and only 11 finer. Originally planned to be round, the design was changed to elliptical just prior to the exposition. It is .900 fine silver and was struck with a reeded edge. Designed by H.C. Kreis, struck by Medallic Art Co., and sold by Manufactures Trust Co. at the exposition. Proof versions that were polished after being struck were offered for sale.