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1904 U.S. Express Co., HK-735, AU53 Uncertified

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1904 U.S. Express Co., HK-735, AU53 Uncertified
<B>1904 U.S. Express Co. 50th Anniversary, HK-735, AU53 Uncertified.</B></I> Bronze, 34.9 mm. The United States Express Company was founded in 1854 and headed by D.N. Barney, who was also the president of Wells Fargo & Co. It was one of the largest express companies of its time and primarily operated over the Erie and New York Railroads. It ceased operations 10 years after this commemorative token was issued. Hibler and Kappen (1963) described this interesting issue as "extremely rare." The current consensus among specialists is that it is scarce. The lightly circulated piece offered in this sale boasts attractive bronze coloration interspersed with tinges of russet patination.<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coins & Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)