coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $1 (One Dollar) \ So-Called Dollars \ 1915
So-Called Dollars are a category of commemorative medals and tokens that were issued primarily in the United States, particularly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They were often created for specific events, expos, or anniversaries and resemble dollar coins in size and design. The term "So-Called Dollars" was popularized by the numismatist William T. R. Smith in his book published in 1963, which cataloged these pieces. The 1915 So-Called Dollar relates specifically to the Panama-Pacific International Exposition, celebrating the opening of the Panama Canal, and reflects both historical significance and artistic merit, making it a sought-after collectible.
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1915 SC$1 Pan-Pac Expo, Map obv, Gold HK-1030 | $1 (One Dollar) | So-Called Dollars | 1915 | |
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1915 SC$1 Pan-Pac Expo, Official, Bronze HK-400 BN | $1 (One Dollar) | So-Called Dollars | 1915 |