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I picked up this yesterday at the Summer FUN show in Orlando. I also picked up a few more Commemorative's as well and will try to get some picture's up soon. What do you think?     Opinions/Comments are Welcome! 
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I like it; very tasteful design. Plus I like anything with ships on the reverse.
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
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Nice coin!
I think it is one of the stronger designs of the modern series, not only aesthetically but also in terms of its historical accuracy.
The design for the obverse is titled "Three Faces of Diversity" and it is meant to represent the three cultures that came together in Jamestown and worked to ensure its survival - the Powhatan Native Americans, the English and the Africans (brought to Virginia colony beginning in 1619). The English settlers alone might not have survived without the help of the others.
Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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Pillar of the Community
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I like it. It's a very clean proof coin.
Do you plan on getting the UNC coin to compliment your proof?
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I might, I have not seen the UNC version yet though. BUT, if I can get it at the right price then YES! I picked this up for $26.00 U.S. I really like this coin. Edited by Dar
07/13/2014 2:31 pm
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I think you got a deal on this for $26
I bought this in 2007 from the Mint for $35.
A side note, the proof dollar actually had a lower mintage than the uncirculated one.
-MV
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Lovely coin ... and a nice price as well.
David
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
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A side note, the proof dollar actually had a lower mintage than the uncirculated one. Actually, the Proof silver dollar sold over 260,000 units while the Uncirculated version sold about 81,000 - a roughly 3:1 ratio Proof over Unc. Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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07/14/2014 10:55 am
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Pillar of the Community
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 Oops looks like the source I looked at had an entry typo. |
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Nice one!
Not enough ships on coins if you ask me.
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Wow! I have only been collecting for 6 months and I really think this is an amazing piece! This may sound silly and I apologize, But I'm assuming it's made out of silver? Do you guys think they are worth investing in? I really like the 'jamestown anniversary' setting, I also would have bought this one, as well.
I apologize for the silly questions I am still trying to learn everything I can.
Thanks, Trevor.
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Investing in as a beginner collector,
Trevor.
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CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives
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@TellerTreasures: If you like the design of the coin and are not looking for "instant" resale profits from it, then "Yes!" the coin is worth investing in. It is a very attractive coin from the modern US commemorative series and it appears you already have a connection to its subject matter. It sounds like a great coin for you to add to your collection. Just FYI, the US Mint also struck a gold $5.00 coin as part of its 2006 Jamestown commemorative program. Here are pictures of it (from the US Mint web site):   Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved.
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To answer; Quote:
Wow! I have only been collecting for 6 months and I really think this is an amazing piece! This may sound silly and I apologize, But I'm assuming it's made out of silver? Do you guys think they are worth investing in? I really like the 'Jamestown anniversary' setting, I also would have bought this one, as well.
I apologize for the silly questions I am still trying to learn everything I can.
Thanks, Trevor. First, NOT a silly question. Yes, it is the Silver Proof. The price was only a secondary thought when I bought this coin and I really didn't look up the value prior to getting it. Other then the fact that is was not to much over spot and I just Fell in love with it and grabbed it. It also came with the COA and presentation box. Not the best way to get a coin but after doing that and looking up the coin I'm glad I did. I Love the piece. It is my FIRST Commemorative piece. I WILL be doing my home work PRIOR to buying any more though. I got lucky on this one but don't want to 'get taken' with another. After doing some research I think the Modern Commemoratives are slightly overlooked by collectors today. I could be wrong, but that's just my impression. I for one, will be getting more! Dar Edited by Dar
07/15/2014 12:32 pm
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Thank you for all the great information! I think it looks really amazing!
I appreciate your sincerity, and sharing of knowledge. Friend.
Thanks, Trevor.
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