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1790 Baltimore Threepence MS Standish Barry Values
Details
Standish Barry, of Baltimore, circulated a silver threepence in 1790. He was a watch- and clockmaker, an engraver, and, later, a silversmith. The tokens are believed to have been an advertising venture at a time when small change was scarce. The precise date on this piece may indicate that Barry intended to commemorate Independence Day, but there are no records to prove this. The head on the obverse is probably that of James Calhoun, who was active in Baltimore politics in the 1790s. The legend BALTIMORE TOWN JULY 4, 90, appears in the border. An enigmatic gold doubloon is also attributed to Barry.
Basic Information
GSID:
250
Coin Date:
1790
Denomination:
3P / Threepence
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Baltimore
Coinage Type:
Maryland Coinage
Coinage Years:
1790
Composition:
Silver
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Baltimore
Variety 2:
Standish Barry
Physical Characteristics
Strike Type:
Business
Coin Shape:
Round
