Here ins the U.S., another numismatic treasure hunt is underway. Here's a Coin World article based on a press release by dealer Julian Leidman, who's issuing clues to
the location of a hidden 1916 McKinley Gold Dollar. Great promotion idea. -Editor
The following news release was issued by Bonanza Coins in Silver Spring, Md. Professional numismatist Julian Leidman says the coin that is the subject of the hunt is circulated, with a jewelry
mount on the edge, and is valued at approximately $300.:
Want to win a 1916 McKinley commemorative gold dollar coin? Bonanza Coins' Holiday Treasure Hunt is for you!
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the minting of the scarce 1916 McKinley commemorative gold dollar coin, the Bonanza Coins Treasure Hunt offers you a chance to win a McKinley gold dollar
now hidden somewhere in the DC Metro area.
Julian Leidman, owner of Bonanza Coins reports: "McKinley appears on 3 different issues of U.S. commemorative gold coins. Quite fascinating."
Beginning Monday, December 12, 2016, through December 22, 2016, clues will be available at Bonanza Coins and posted on https://www.facebook.com/Bonanza-Coins-290279734341382/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel, along with clues tweeted by
@fancaster.
The winner will be announced on New Years Day.
To read the complete article, see:
A gold 1916 William McKinley dollar is hidden somewhere in the DC Metro area
(www.coinworld.com/news/us-coins/2016/12/on-the-hunt-for-william-mckinley-gold-dollar.html)
Wayne Homren, Editor
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