coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $1 (One Dollar) \ So-Called Dollars - Hibler & Kappen \ 1885 \ N/A
So-Called Dollars refer to a category of commemorative medals and tokens that are often associated with significant events, places, or figures in U.S. history, typically produced in the context of the World's Fairs and other national celebrations. The term originates from a 19th-century practice where these items resembled silver dollars, even though they were not legal tender. The Hibler and Kappen reference pertains to a catalog that documents these pieces, with the entry for 1885 indicating a specific issue year. These collectibles, including the 1 One Dollar pieces, are valued by numismatists for their historical significance and artistic merit.
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United States of America 1885 N/A So-Called Dollars - Hibler & Kappen $1 (One Dollar) | $1 (One Dollar) | So-Called Dollars - Hibler & Kappen | 1885 | N/A |