coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ SC$1 \ So-Called Dollars \ 1895
So-Called Dollars are a type of exonumia, specifically commemorative medals or tokens that resemble dollar coins but are not recognized as legal tender. These pieces often commemorate events, people, or places, and include a variety of designs and materials. The term "So-Called Dollars" originated from the book "So-Called Dollars" by Dr. Harold A. Byron in the mid-20th century, which categorized these pieces. The 1895 So-Called Dollar, for example, was created to commemorate the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition and typically features imagery related to the event, making it a collectible item among numismatists.
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1895 SC$1 Cotton States Expo, Official, Gilt HK-268 | SC$1 | So-Called Dollars | 1895 |