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[L#0388] 1925 Vancouver 50c PCGS MS65

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
[L#0388] 1925 Vancouver 50c PCGS MS65
This example has shimmering white surfaces and wisps of gold and sky blue toning. Struck with systematic exactness throughout, including Vancouver's hair and coat lapel.

One hundredth year celebration of Fort Vancouver (now Vancouver, Washington) built by Dr. John McLoughlin. The founder's bust dominates the obverse. The reverse has a frontiersman dressed in skins, musket at the ready, defending the stockaded fort. In the background is Mt. Hood, with the Columbia river at its base. The net mintage for Vancouver was 14,966. The issue was sold at the exposition for $1 apiece to help defray the cost of the local celebrations.