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That is a lovely medal and with an amazing level of detail on the map! The first euro coins were minted in 1999. The reverse features a common design, with a map including the 12 countries that were members of the European Union at the time (not all of which use the euro, but that is a different story). That makes it look a bit strange, with whole countries missing from the geography, so from 2007 the coins show all of Europe. The obverse is national and looks different for each country. This French euro coin shows perhaps the most abstract map so far in this thread - the hexagon behind the tree is intended to be France ... France, 1 euro, 1999. |
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Estonia's euro coins all have an obverse design showing a map of the country. This is the 50 cents - the reverse shows a map of Europe:  Edited by NumisRob
08/28/2021 3:13 pm
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
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That is a lovely medal and with an amazing level of detail on the map! Thanks! I agree! The Mint was definitely capable of producing some quality, detailed engravings. My next one up is another example of the Mint's internal skill set! Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
United States
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In 1905, the Lewis and Clark Centennial and American Pacific Exposition and Oriental Fair (most typically referred to simply as the Lewis and Clark Exposition) was staged in the Willamette Heights section of Portland, Oregon. The Exposition was held to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the expedition of Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark arriving in Oregon and achieving their objective of reaching the Pacific Ocean; the expedition arrived and set up camp near present-day Astoria, OR in late 1805. The Exposition was open from June 1, 1905 through October 14, 1905. Eighteen states and 16 foreign nations, in addition to the US Government, exhibited at the Exposition. The Fair was not heavily attended by the public, however, with just over 2.55 million attendees. (Compare to the Louisiana Purchase Exposition of the year before which attracted over 20 million attendees.) The US Mint had a booth at the Exposition, it was located in the US Government Building (the Exposition's largest building). The Mint struck what is considered to be the Official Medal of the Exposition (though not identified as such by the Exposition Company) on site in its booth. The medal was struck in bronze, gold-plated bronze and silver. Map of Exposition Grounds - US Government Building is Circled US Government Building with Hot-Air Balloon in Foreground (Image Credit: Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division. Public Domain.)The medal's obverse design presents Lady Columbia, symbolic of Progress, leading Lewis and Clark toward the sun setting over the Pacific Ocean. It is based on the official emblem of the Exposition which was titled "Into the Setting Sun." Lewis and Clark Exposition Logo (from postcard) The reverse of the medal features a map of the Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington and Idaho) plus parts of Montana, Nevada, Utah and California (northern). The map includes the depiction of various trade routes from Portland to points west (marked by lines). The Exposition was definitely considered a vehicle for promoting increased trade with Japan and China. Lewis and Clark Exposition "Official" Medal - Silver  Lewis and Clark Exposition "Official" Medal - Gold-Plated Bronze  ]Lewis and Clark Exposition "Official" Medal - Close-up of Map on Reverse  The Exposition was also the beneficiary of a gold $1.00 coin from the US Congress/US Mint. 1904 Lewis and Clark Exposition Gold Dollar  Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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Stunning medal and interesting story, commems! 1969 New Zealand dollar with map of the country on the reverse:  |
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Following up on keith12's previous post of the Louisiana Quarter with a bit of historical context...The 2002 Statehood Quarter for Louisiana features a map of the continental United States with the territory it acquired from France via the 1803 Louisiana Purchase highlighted. The Louisiana Quarter was the 18th release of the ten-year State Quarters Program, being released as the third coin of the fourth year of the series. Mike Foster. Jr., the Louisiana Governor at the time, made two specific requests of the Mint in terms of Louisiana's quarter design: 1) it must include a brown pelican, the State Bird, and 2) it should include an outline of Louisiana either alone or as part of the Louisiana Purchase. The Mint created five final design concepts for Governor Foster to review, four of which included an outline map; the one that did not featured a paddle wheel river ship. The design selected by the Governor was one of two nearly identical designs prepared by US Mint Sculptor-Engraver John Mercanti - the difference being one had a trumpet at the top, the other did not. The Governor selected the version with the trumpet and thus identified the quarter's now-familiar design. 2002 Louisiana State Quarter The design incorporates three core elements: 1) a full political map of the continental US that incorporates a textured marking of the Louisiana Purchase territory, within which an outline of State of Louisiana is clearly indicated, 2) a trumpet to represent the state's important jazz heritage and 3) a brown pelican, the official State Bird. 2002 Louisiana Purchase Commemorative Coin Cover w/ Louisiana State Quarter  For details of Louisiana Quarter selection process, see: - 2002 Louisiana State Quarter - Designs by John Mercanti Thread
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1969 New Zealand dollar with map of the country on the reverse: I've liked the reverse design of that NZ coin for as long as I can remember! (I have a number of Captain Cook coins/medals in my collection.) Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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commems - very interesting information about the Louisiana Purchase! 1979 Isle of Man 2 pence - on this series of Manx coins the reverse designs are all superimposed on a map of the island:  |
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Switching from US commemorative and topical coins to world commemorative coins (with a US history theme), here's the 2009 Netherlands Henry Hudson and Manhattan Island coin. It was produced as a silver-plated copper coin for circulation (available from banks at face value), as well as in silver and gold non-circulating legal tender (NCLT) versions for collectors. The coin was issued for the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson's landing at "Manna-hata" - present-day Manhattan. Hudson's ship, the Halve Maen (Half Moon), was depicted on the 1935 Hudson, NY Sesquicentennial half-dollar. Hudson's 1609 voyage to the New World and exploration of the river valley that today bears his name, was well commemorated in 1909 (the 300th anniversary) with multiple, large celebrations and a variety of commemorative medal issues. No US Government-authorized commemorative coins were issued in 1909, nor were any in 2009. The Netherlands, however, took the opportunity in 2009 to celebrate its early colonial efforts in North America and its specific connection to Manhattan Island with the issue of a 400th anniversary coin. Each side of the coin features a map view of Manhattan Island. The obverse presents a map of circa 2009 Manhattan based on a satellite image from Google Earth. The reverse depicts a map of what Manhattan Island is believed to have looked like in 1609 (from a geographic shape perspective) when the Lenape were the primary inhabitants. The coin was designed by Ronald van Tienhoven and struck by the Royal Dutch Mint. Recreation of Manhattan Island Circa 1609 with Outline Shadow of Present-Day Shape (Image Credit: Copyright 2015. Wildlife Conservation Society. All rights reserved. Fair use.)Very noticeable is the contrast between the "natural" size and shape of Lower Manhattan circa 1609 vs. today's "enhanced-by-man" dimensions. The effects of Manhattan's many land reclamation projects since 1609 are clearly seen in the island's expanded expanded size. 2009 Manhattan 400th Anniversary 5 Euro, Silver  For more on this 2009 Netherlands coin, visit: - 2009 Netherlands Henry Hudons & Manhattan IslandCollecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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Nice examples!  |
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1970 Australia 50 cents:  |
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1970 Australia 50 cents: The Captain returns!  Nice! Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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This one is for the ultimate "completists" out there who also have terrific eyesight (and/or a great magnifier!) Here's a quick look at the 1926 American Independence Sesquicentennial Gold Quarter Eagle. I've discussed the subtle inclusion of a radiant sun on the 1926 Sesquicentennial gold coin before (see link below); the inclusion of a map within its design is also somewhat subtle. The coin's obverse design is dominated by a standing figure of Liberty with the Torch of Freedom held in her outstretched right arm and hand; held in her upraised left hand is an opened scroll meant to represent the "Declaration of Independence." Liberty is depicted standing on top of a globe. Here's where exceptional eyesight is needed - if one looks very closely, it's possible that at least one latitude line is visible, as are two or three lines of longitude. Side Note: The visible latitude line appears, to my eyes, to be too far north to represent the border of the Arctic Circle - I don't believe there is a direct connection. The globe also appears to include low-relief texturing that is likely meant to represent portions of the northernmost land masses of North America in the Western Hemisphere. It's a stretch to call it all a functional map, but by a technical definition... Map of Arctic Circle (Dotted Blue Line) (Image Credit: CIA World Fact Book. Public domain. Via Wikimedia Commons.)For the completist collector looking to assemble a topical set of US classic commemorative coins with designs that include a map, the coin would be on the "Need It" list. However, I wouldn't say anything to a collector that chooses to ignore this one. 1926 American Independence Sesquicentennial Gold Quarter Eagle  1926 American Independence Sesquicentennial Gold Quarter Eagle - Globe Close-Up For more about the 1926 Sesquicentennial coins, check out: - 1926 American Independence Sesquicentennial- 1926 American Independence Sesquicentennial - Coins Depicting the Sun Thread- 1926 American Independence Sesquicentennial - Coins with Hands Thread- ]1926 American Independence Sesquicentennial - Coins with Hats Thread- What if? 1926 American Independence Gold $1.50For other of my posts about commemorative coins and medals, have a look at: Read More: Commems Collection. Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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Australian 2001 state and territory 20 cent coin series. Not all of them featured a map. These are the 5 that do. Australian Capital Territory  New South Wales  Norfolk Island  Tasmania  Western Australia  Steve :) |
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1970 Australia 50 cents: Hey! I got one of those, too!   |
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