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1909 WA 1/2 DWT Gold Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Expo Hart's Coins of the West NGC Genuine
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1909 WA 1/2 DWT Gold Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Expo Hart's Coins of the West NGC Genuine
Please note that the holder displays imperfections such as scratches.
Discover a rare piece of American exposition history with the 1909 WA 1/2 DWT Gold Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition Hart's Coins of the West NGC Genuine. This unique gold piece was issued during the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition (AYPE) held in Seattle, Washington, in 1909. As part of a special three-piece gold coin set available to visitors at the exposition, this 1/2 pennyweight (DWT) example represents a fascinating connection to early 20th-century American history and the celebration of the Pacific Northwest.
The Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition was held in Seattle in 1909 to showcase the growth, resources, and opportunities of the Pacific Northwest while highlighting Alaska’s development, the Yukon region’s importance, and the expanding influence of the Pacific trade routes. The event celebrated the region’s natural resources, innovation, and connection to the growing American frontier.
AYPE gold pieces are considered rare and difficult-to-find collectibles, with examples appearing only occasionally on the market. Unlike widely produced commemorative coins, these exposition gold pieces were created in limited quantities for a specific event, making surviving examples highly desirable among collectors of historical gold, world fairs, and American memorabilia.
Specifications:
- Graded as Genuine by NGC
- Part of the Hart’s Coins of the West three-piece set
- Contains 0.0242 troy oz
- Private mint
- Comes in official NGC holder
- Obverse: Features the shield in Wreath.
- Reverse: Displays a miner with a pick, pan, and shovel.
Why Own This Coin:
- Extremely rare and seldom offered for sale
- Unique piece of early 20th-century American history
- Appeals to collectors of gold, expositions, and Western memorabilia
- Limited production adds to long-term collectible interest
- A distinctive alternative to traditional gold coins and bullion
The 1909 WA 1/2 DWT Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition Gold Piece NGC Genuine is a true collector’s find, combining historical importance, rarity, and gold ownership in one exceptional item. With its connection to the 1909 Seattle exposition and its limited availability, this piece offers collectors a unique opportunity to preserve a fascinating chapter of American Western history.
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