Commems Collection Classic: Quick Bits #97 - Alternative Names

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commems CCF Master Historian of USA Commemoratives United States 12250 Posts	Posted 04/24/2023 7:18 pm Previously, I've briefly touched upon alternate contemporary names for some of the classic-era US commemorative coins. Here are two such discussions: - Classic Commemoratives "Did You Know?" #4 - 1926-39 Oregon Trail Memorial - 1934 Oregon Trail Centennials The 1937 Battle of Antietam 75th Anniversary half dollar was another classic-era coin that was occasionally referred to by an alternate name. The coin's obverse design features the conjoined portraits of Union General George McClellan (rear) and Confederate General Robert E. Lee - the Battle's two overall commanders. The Washington County Historical Society sponsored the coin, and did, on occasion, refer to it as the Lee-McClellan half dollar. Such a name effectively puts attention on the obverse's primary subjects and draws it away from the Antietam/Sharpsburg (Union/Confederate) battle naming controversy that some like to argue. For other of my topics on commemorative coins and medals, including more on the Antietam half dollar, see: Commems Collection. 1937 Battle of Antietam 75th Anniversary Half Dollar Collecting history one coin or medal at a time! (c) commems. All rights reserved. Edited by commems 04/24/2023 7:19 pm Report this Post to the Staff

Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 04/24/2023 7:23 pm One of only two Civil War battles fought on Northern soil. Report this Post to the Staff
nickelsearcher Moderator United States 15384 Posts	Posted 04/24/2023 7:58 pm Appreciate the insight on how the coins actual sponsor referred to it. Regardless of their views - it's an Antietam half dollar to me. Take a look at my other hobby ... http://www.jk-dk.art Report this Post to the Staff
Dearborn Moderator United States 94636 Posts	Posted 04/24/2023 9:12 pm Same here, considering it states the Battle of Antietam, albeit on the reverse. the portraits on the obverse only reflects those whom was directing the battle. Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Report this Post to the Staff
jbuck Moderator United States 187485 Posts	Posted 04/25/2023 09:52 am Very interesting! 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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