If memory serves, I purchased this piece privately from E-Sylum reader Bob Metzger. Thanks! I never found another counterstamped U.S. gold coin.

Yup! I saw the coin before I saw your note, too, and recognized it immediately. I am very glad you have enjoyed it!!!!

It was in my paternal grandmother's (very, very modest) "estate." I had known she had it, as we were very close, and had asked her what she knew about it, but she had pretty much no info. I think she may have simply secreted it away during the Great Depression. It was a neat family keepsake, but it seemed like as a numismatic item, it was of more value and importance in the custody of someone who would appreciate, treasure, and keep it for its historical significance. You had expressed your interest in such things, and had provided me with both numismatic mentoring and basic human kindness. So...it just seemed right. :)

I have lots of other great memories and little keepsakes of my "Marma." She also had the piggy bank that I went through probably a thousand times, swapping out coins at face value to build my collection. I will confess that when I saw it last week, it brought a tear to my eye. For all reasons. Again, I am glad you have enjoyed it.