Hern's Number | Z42 |
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Krause-Mishler Number | KM#9.2 |
Designer | Otto Schultz |
Size Diameter | 19.4 mm |
Thickness | 1.55 mm |
Mintage | 103600 |
Weight | 3.994 gm |
Gold Content | 3.661 gm |
Copper Content | 0.333 gm |
Best Known | MS63 |
The 1896 Half Ponde was the second higest minted Half Pond. It is is rare in UNC grade.
1896 half Pond Forgeries
There does not seem to be a problem with forgeries.
Some coins are ex-mount coins. Look for marks in the middle of the Half Pond as many Half Pond were made into cufflinks. It is best to buy a certified coin.