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The E-Sylum: Volume 11, Number 8, February 24, 2008, Article 16 INTERESTING ITEMS IN THE STACKS RICH UHRICH SALE [The February 26-27, 2008 Stack's auction of the Rich Uhrich collection includes a number of interesting numismatic items. I thought I'd mention a few which caught my eye. Bibliophiles should be sure to note that the sale include some items of numismatic literature, two of which I highlight here. -Editor] LOT 3694: MCKINLEY-HOBART MECHANICAL GOLD BUG, 1896 Hake MAC 189. Pressing the lever on the back releases wings which display photographic images of McKinley on the left and Hobart on the right. The images show some wear but are relatively complete. A decent example of this colorful campaign curio. Full Story [Related to Bryan Money and other political items from the 1896 election, this "gold bug" pin is among the most unique and interesting. It may not be strictly numismatic, but it's sure a great conversation piece. -Editor] LOT 3750: PILGRIM LANDING TERCENTENNIAL MEDAL, 1920 Bronze, 69.7mm. By G.L. Turner. Uncirculated. Obv. Landing boat grounding on Plymouth Rock, first Pilgrim debarking, 21 December 1620. Rev. Mayflower at sea. Deep red patina. Full Story [This one is listed here simply because I like it - I was impressed by the image of this medal and think it's beautifully designed and executed. Check it out. -Editor] LOT 3758: AMERICAN JOURNAL OF NUMISMATICS 1866-1924 Bound in 17 half-leather octavo volumes (with gold-stamped spines showing five raised bands, each inscribed AMERICAN/ JOURNAL OF/ NUMISMATICS, VOLUME X-X, dates and place of publication below, NEW YORK, BOSTON, BOSTON-NEW YORK, NEW YORK. Side boards are maroon cloth of great distinction. The earliest issues are printed on a lighter-weight paper than the glossy stock adopted later and the first issues show the expected but virtually imperceptible aging. Nearly all covers were well preserved and free of careless handling or damage. AJN is a basic research tool for anyone working in the field of American numismatics or seeking insights into American understanding of ancient and world coins, medals, tokens and paper money over some 80 years. The present set offers in addition sumptuous bindings that have been conserved in virtually pristine condition. Bibliophiles estimate that not more than 20 sets exist today, and finding a finer set might well prove impossible. Extremely Fine, what in the world of coins would be called About Uncirculated. (Total: 17 volumes) (15,000-17,500) Full Story [Complete sets of the AJN rarely come up for sale, and even more rarely in nice bindings. The lot is not pictured, so potential buyers should arrange for a viewing, but this is a great opportunity for a serious and deep-pocketed bibliophile. -Editor] LOT 3767: ZABRISKIE CATALOGUE OF LINCOLN POLITICAL AND MEMORIAL MEDALS A Descriptive Catalogue of the Political and Memorial Medals Struck in Honor of Abraham Lincoln, Sixteenth President of the United States. New York, Printed for the author, 1873. Octavo lavender paper covers, 32 pages. Very Fine. This is one of only 75 copies printed by this future American Numismatic Society President and Lincoln pioneer of Lincolniana, a rare seminal work sought by many collectors but seldom seen on the numismatic market. The cover shows light fading near the top. Ex 14th Kolbe-Spink Auction, December 1995, lot 376. [As we approach the Lincoln birth bicentennial, collectors should be reminder of the debt owed to early collectors like Zabriskie who cataloged and published their holdings of Lincoln material. I'm very fortunate to have a copy of this very rare monograph in my library. -Editor] Wayne Homren, Editor The Numismatic Bibliomania Society is a non-profit organization promoting numismatic literature. See our web site at coinbooks.org. To submit items for publication in The E-Sylum, write to the Editor at this address: whomren@coinlibrary.com To subscribe go to: https://my.binhost.com/lists/listinfo/esylum | |
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