1739 Vernon Porto Bello Medal - Coin Community Forum

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EarlyMilledCoins Valued Member United States 147 Posts	Posted 12/27/2017 8:39 pm I think this medal pretty much speaks for itself. It's something I have been wanting for a long time. Report this Post to the Staff

Bump111 Pillar of the Community United States 3323 Posts	Posted 12/27/2017 8:54 pm And a Newman to boot! "Nummi rari mira sunt, si sumptus ferre potes." - Christophorus filius Scotiae Report this Post to the Staff
cointagous Pillar of the Community United States 1143 Posts	Posted 12/27/2017 10:17 pm Yes it's a Newman to boot. Report this Post to the Staff
alganbagerap Pillar of the Community United Kingdom 2490 Posts	Posted 12/27/2017 10:18 pm Report this Post to the Staff
scopru Pillar of the Community United States 5029 Posts	Posted 12/27/2017 10:34 pm Wow definitely a great addition to a collection. Report this Post to the Staff
moxking Rest in Peace United States 17900 Posts	Posted 12/28/2017 08:22 am Beautiful example. It begs the question of why medals are often so much more beautiful than coins. Report this Post to the Staff
jbuck Moderator United States 188213 Posts	Posted 12/28/2017 09:31 am Very nice! Quote: It begs the question of why medals are often so much more beautiful than coins. I would assume a much lower mintage allows for slower striking, which permits much higher relief and a very detailed design. Also, perhaps the dies are also retired sooner preventing the qualities from fading. I am just guessing. I expect an expert will come confirm or correct my assumptions. Coin Collector Since 1978 Avatar Old Avatar 7070 Eisenhower Australia Canada World CCF Members on eBay CCF eBay Search Engine Report this Post to the Staff
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