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NOTES FROM E-SYLUM READERS: NOVEMBER 8, 2015Mystery of the Upside-Down Treasurer
The NBS Treasury is upside down? Or is it merely the Treasurer? Pete Smith writes: When Terry White was asked to serve as NBS Treasurer, I understand his response was, "I could do that job standing on my head!"
Perhaps he did - I wouldn't be surprised. But what George and Pete are referring to is the unusual tendency of Terry's photo in
the last issue to flip itself upside-down when viewed on certain devices. All I can say is it worked OK for me. Sorry for the confusion!
The PayPal option is working well. Terry reports that we already have four new members who've signed up that way, along with one renewing member. As regular memberships expire at the end of the year, more may wish to use the PayPal option. -Editor To read the earlier E-Sylum article, see:
Great Recent Articles
Catching up with my reading I have on hand the MCA Advisory, ANS Magazine, Penny-Wise, and the C4 Newsletter. These four magazines and the organizations behind them—the Medal Collectors of America, the American Numismatic Society, Early American Coppers, Inc., and the Colonial Coin Collectors Club—are what the art and science of numismatics is all about (and I give a nod to the ANA, CWTS, TAMS, and other great groups whose publications I enjoy, but are not in the unread pile I have here). I dare say that if copies of these four magazines were given to just about anyone of literary and historical persuasion and read, they would automatically become dedicated numismatists! How wonderful these magazines are. I anticipate spending several hours absorbing them. What treasures!
I'll second the motion! There have indeed been some wonderful issues and articles published lately by these organizations. If
you're interested in U.S. numismatics and don't already belong, join now! -Editor
For more information about the organizations, see:
Quick Quiz: Art and Artists on the Monuments Men Medal
I have purchased a "Monuments Men" medal from the US Mint - fabulous service! But I cannot identify all the works of art on it. 
Jim's actually identified all but one of the artists and artworks depicted on the medal. Can E-Sylum readers help? Quick Quiz:
Who can name them all? -Editor
To read the earlier E-Sylum article, see:
Clock Token Issuer: Harvey R. Caberey
Kay Olson Freeman has found a potential attribution for the mystery "H.R.C" token. Thanks! -Editor
 
“H.R.C.” is HARVEY R. CABEREY (b. Oct. 15, 1822, Cornwall, Orange County, NY – d. between 1892 and 1896, Chicago. IL). Caberey moved to Chicago 1849 after marrying 1844 in NY, Ruth Whatley (b. 1826, New Jersey – d. @ 1905, Chicago,IL) Sherwood & Whatley were Chicago firm of silversmiths, jewelers, watchmakers. [Smith Jones Sherwood & Eli Whatley were partners who made/retailed coin silver, not sterling silver, objects late 1840’s – 1850’s.]. In 1855, Caberey took over firm Sherwood &Whatley until selling out 1862. Then Caberey manufactured and dealt military goods. Then he sold Masonic regalia etc. until his death. Sherwood & Whatley had an establishment at Lake and Dearborn Streets, Chicago, with a clock outside. That clock indicated the Standard Time kept by the railroads which rail passengers were advised to consult. Thus the token imagery is explained and it can be dated between 1855 and 1862 probably. Not explained is what token used for although would seem to indicate a receipt for an item. To read the earlier E-Sylum articles, see:
India 2015 -Indo African Summit Coin
Um, what the heck IS this mess? Superimposed maps? I'm totally lost on this one. Chip Howell writes: I think you should have a dermatologist look at that one. Pabitra Saha says the coin display the logo of the summit, which he provides here. In color, it makes some sense. I was right about the superimposed maps, but couldn't see the lion. Nice, but not a good base for a coin design. 
Pabitra Saha adds: Apart from the Lion ( which is found only in Africa And India), the logo has diamonds (Africa is the largest producer and India is the largest processor). To read the earlier E-Sylum article, see:
A Premature Death
I'm always saddened to learn of the passing of another beloved token... To read the earlier E-Sylum article, see:
Mint Bag Wax, 1794 Large Cent Find
1. The wax on the old mint bag. I believe the seal was applied to the tie, after it was placed around the neck of the bag. Wax on the bag probably just collateral damage--doubt they would bother putting anything to catch inadvertent drips. Not like dentistry, where it's bad form to leave blood spots on your shirt. 2. The 1794 large cent found in England appears to be shielded hair, S65, S64, or, don't I wish, NC-6. The obverse shows the heavy rim to the left, typical of shielded hair. The reverse determines the Sheldon variety, didn't see a reverse photo. To read the earlier E-Sylum articles, see:
Dictionary of Banking Terms and Phrases
In November we are going to present a program on Florida Checks, showing one check from cities from A to Z. While getting background information we found this excellent site for checks on www.helpwithmybank.gov that shows from A to Z a Dictionary of Banking Terms and Phrases. E-Sylum readers might like the information and the link for the information is: http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/dictionary/index-dictionary.html THE BOOK BAZARREWayne 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@gmail.com To subscribe go to: https://my.binhost.com/lists/listinfo/esylum All Rights Reserved. NBS Home Page Contact the NBS webmaster 
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