It sure is, one and the same. Bruce
Your medal is silver WW and was designed by Victor David Brenner (we all know who he was). I believe either his initials "VDB" or "V D Brenner...
They're authentic (not counterfeits or copies) but of course modern restrikes purchased from the Austrian Mint in 1963. Bruce
Love the medal ww. Did you try to get any info on it? It might be fun spending a little time researching it. I also agree with having a subforum...
[ATTACH][ATTACH] Here's what I think is an example of one the best modern counterstamps (1948 to the present) that illustrates both beauty and...
Mine is on an 1836 Bust Half Brian. About 80% of all these stamps are. The $700 bid sounds about right, but I've seen them go for even more than...
You're right Ripley, technically they're damaged coins but I see beauty in the beast. I can forgive their ugly side in exchange for the story they...
That's one of the nice ones Brian. They're fairly common, as counterstamps go, but very sought after and a bit pricey. I was fortunate to get...
I don't think so Timewarp, Steve's are much "nicer".:eek: Bruce
Thanks Ardatirion. It sounds like a good starting point for me. I need to educate myself about these pieces before I even think about collecting...
Thanks Frank...I'll stop by his table at the June show in Baltimore. Bruce
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