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NUMISMATIC NUGGETS: MAY 7, 2023It's been a few weeks since I've had time to compile any of these. Although many have now been sold, here's a selection of interesting or unusual items I came across in the marketplace in recent weeks. Tell us what you think of some of these. -Editor
Henri IV le Grand Medal 
France - Henri IV le Grand (the Great), with Marie de Medici by Guillaume Dupre. Bronze medal, 1605 (later restrike) (signed: G. Dupre.F.1605 // G.Dupre.F.). Obverse: Henric IIII r chris maria augvsta Busts of Henri, facing slightly right, and Marie, facing right, both in full regalia. Reverse: PROPAGO IMPERII Henri facing right to Marie, joining hands with child allegory between them, a dove coming down from the heavens with crown in beak. Bronze, 100 mm, weight 469 gram, UNC, Attractive toning. Beautiful piece. -Editor
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1807 Half Eagle 
1807 $5 NGC MS64 (Capped, Bust Left) A supremely desirable type with sleek mint luster and lemon yellow gold coloration. Quite flawless for the grade and the eye appeal is off the charts! Gorgeous coin! From the recent David Lawrence Rare Coins sale. -Editor
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1861 CSA Montgomery $100 
Military Endorsement "Capt. T(homas) G. Williams Capt & CS" T3 $100 1861 PF-2 Cr. 3 PMG Choice Uncirculated 63. Bearing serial no. 813, this note was part of a second shipment of 1,000 $50-$100 two subject sheets that was spirited out of New York City, according to some sources, just minutes ahead of federal authorities who were determined to intercept this shipment before it left by sea. On April 25th, federal officers raided the New York plants of both ABNCo and National Bank Note Co. putting a permanent end to further production and shipments of fiscal instruments for the Confederacy by either company (although the New Orleans branch of the ABNCo continued to produce notes into early 1862 under the name of the Southern Bank Note Company). The back has an endorsement that this note was paid out by Capt. T[homas] G. Williams Capt[ain] C[ommissary] S[ubsistence] on May 20, 1861 in Lynchburg, VA. The note is virtually as nice as the day it was issued, with great colors, bright paper, and well printed design elements including vignettes of America at left and a train at a busy station at center. While this was a super-rush job, National Bank Note found the time to make subtle modifications to the vignette of America to "de-federalize" its appearance. PMG mentions faint evidence of previous mounting on the back. A worthy addition to any Confederate collection. A great Confederate note. From the Heritage May 5 CSNS US Currency sale. -Editor
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1913 Revolutionary "Bolita" Peso 
Chihuahua. Revolutionary "Bolita" Peso 1913 AU58 PCGS, KM610, GB-78. "1 through PESO" variety. An exceedingly scarce and thoroughly iconic Hidalgo del Parral type. This praiseworthy example is encouragingly well-detailed despite its somewhat crude origins. The metallic silver patina, with a few darker notes scattered about, has a wonderful icy sheen resting atop. Just a touch of friction from a short stint in circulation is evident, but despite this, remains among the absolute finest, bested only by four Mint State specimens between both grading services. From the Heritage May 7, 2023 Silver Mesa sale. -Editor
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Salvador Dali Tribe of Simeon Medal 
Salvador Dali Homage to Israel Tribe of Simeon Silver Art Medal. Issued for the 25th Anniversary of the State of Israel. Designed by Salvador Dali. Struck by the Medallic Art Co. Part of a 12 medal set representing all twelve tribes of Israel. Serial number 1981. Approx. Net Weight: 79.2 grams Interesting medal from an artist not typically known for medals. -Editor
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George Ohr Token 
George Ohr token Biloxi, MS ceramic 1.25"dia We discussed George Ohr's clay rebus tokens back in 2021- see the linked article for more information. -Editor
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