1917 Thomas L. Elder World War I Issue. Nickel. 38 mm. HK-883, DeLorey-98. Rarity-7. MS-64 PL (NGC).The companion piece to the brass and aluminum impressions from these dies that we are also offering in this sale, this nickel example is brightly mirrored in finish with brilliant silver gray surfaces. A rare Elder issue that declares the New York coin dealers contempt for those senators that voted against President Wilsons declaration of war against Germany on April 6, 1917.From the Tim Gabriele Collection.
