coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ SC$1 \ So-Called Dollars \ 1872
So-Called Dollars refer to a category of medaled coins and tokens that are typically issued to commemorate a specific event or person, often resembling the size and weight of a dollar coin, hence the name. The term originated after the release of a series of commemorative issues around the time of the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. The SC 1 designation specifically pertains to the 1872 So-Called Dollar, which was created to honor the 1872 Ulysses S. Grant presidential campaign. These items are sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and the artistry involved in their design.
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(1872) SC$1 Truckee Ice Carnival, Gilt Bronze HK-729 | SC$1 | So-Called Dollars | 1872 |