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The E-Sylum: Volume 23, Number 31, August 2, 2020, Article 13

NOTES FROM E-SYLUM READERS: AUGUST 2, 2020

Update: Coin Collecting Albums Volume Three, Whitman Publishing
Author David Lange writes:

Coin Collecting Albums v3 Whitman cover "My printer anticipates that Volume Three should ship to me August 12, which means I'll be able to begin filling orders about a week later. This is a delay of about three weeks and is likely attributable to the pandemic.

Advance sales have been quite satisfying, and the pre-order period is now closed. The publication price is $75 plus $7 for shipping."

See the earlier articles for ordering information (being mindful of the new price). This will be an interesting and popular book. Still LOVE that amazing cover! -Editor

To read the earlier E-Sylum articles, see:
NEW BOOK: COIN COLLECTING ALBUMS, VOLUME THREE (https://www.coinbooks.org/v23/esylum_v23n25a03.html)
MORE ON COIN COLLECTING ALBUMS, VOLUME THREE (https://www.coinbooks.org/v23/esylum_v23n26a08.html)

Mahendra Mishra Counterfeit Indian Banknotes
Joe Boling writes:

"In response to your question related to the Indian counterfeit notes printed by Mahendra Mishra, I have several King George V period counterfeit Indian notes, but who printed them is not known to me, and the single illustration in The E-Sylum is not nearly clear enough to link them."

Right - those are horrible photos. I'm hoping more information will turn up. -Editor

To read the earlier E-Sylum article, see:
INDIAN INDEPENDENCE BRITISH NOTE COUNTERFEITS (https://www.coinbooks.org/v23/esylum_v23n30a28.html)

Mudlark Find: Brian Appleby's 1657 Maiden Head Tavern Token

Trade token mudlark find Trade token mudlark find reverse

Peter Preston-Morley writes:

"Interested to note the find reported by your correspondent Anne Bentley in the latest E-Sylum. The token is a farthing issued at Pudding Lane, in the city of London, in 1657. The initials are those of Brian Appleby and his wife, W––. Appleby was the proprietor of the Maiden Head tavern (the device on one side of it) between 1656 and 1676. Appleby issued three series of tokens, of which this was the first."

Thank you! I didn't expect an attribution to come so quickly! Actually, it turns out that an attribution is on mudlark Nicola White's Twitter thread as well - I just hadn't clicked on the right link. Appleby's wife's name was Winnifrute. Thanks to Anne Bentley for setting me on the right path. -Editor

To read the complete thread, see:
https://twitter.com/TideLineArt/status/1284892616451129344

To read the earlier E-Sylum article, see:
NOTES FROM E-SYLUM READERS: JULY 26, 2020 : Trade Token Mudlark Find (https://www.coinbooks.org/v23/esylum_v23n30a12.html)

1915 Alaska Dog Token: William Blackwell's ROWDY
Bob Rhue writes:

"Being the committed animal lover that I am, this 1915 Alaska Token with its high relief pictorial is particularly appealing to me.

It was issued by William Blackwell, a saloon owner in Valdez from 1907 to 1915. In 1915 a fire destroyed most of downtown Valdez and Rowdy was reportedly the only fatality. Blackwell clearly had a deep connection with his four-legged friend that he would issue this token in commemoration."

1915 Alaska Dog Token ROWDY Obverse 1915 Alaska Dog Token ROWDY Reverse

Yes, a nice piece. Thanks. -Editor

Pacific Coast Numismatic Society Videos
Michael Wehner of San Francisco writes:

The Great San Francisco Mint Cornerstone Mystery "The Pacific Coast Numismatic Society has been holding its monthly meetings via zoom during the pandemic and recording the presentations for YouTube. There are 3 video presentations so far, two on the 2nd Mint at San Francisco and one on trade tokens (If interested in the mint, I suggest watching Jason's first, followed by Paul's). Follow this link:
http://pcns.org/videos/index.html "

More on Bernth Ahlstrom
Regarding our earlier questions about the spelling of the name of dealer and auctioneer Bernth Ahlstrom, Ingrid O'Neil writes:

"The spelling in his passport was Bernth. His last name was Ahlström with 2 dots on the "o", so he usually spelled his name Ahlstroem, the "oe" standing in for the o with 2 dots."

Thank you! -Editor

To read the earlier E-Sylum article, see:
BERNTH AHLSTROM (1936-2019) (https://www.coinbooks.org/v23/esylum_v23n15a11.html)

Liberty Half Walking Stick
Liberty Half Walking Stick ad Nick Graver writes:

"Our local weekly newspaper features a large ad for a walking stick with decorative knob handles featuring a Walking Liberty half. "Exercise Your Liberty" is the headline."

I found the product online, and Nick confirmed it the same one advertised. A decent-looking product, actually. If you can use one of these, get one to brandish at non-social-distancing young whippersnappers on your next outing. -Editor

For product information, see:
Exercise Your Liberty (https://www.pressreader.com/usa/smithsonian-magazine/20200301/281788516049586)
Liberty Walking Stick 36" (https://www.stauer.com/item/38956/114202309/liberty-walking-stick-36)

Steinbergs E-Sylum ad02 Buying 600


Wayne Homren, Editor

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