Original $1,000 Bank Bag of 1961 Franklin Half Dollars. Brilliant Uncirculated. Here is a rare opportunity to own an original bank bag of 1961 Franklin half dollars struck by the Philadelphia Mint. The coins are actually housed in two nested canvas bags, with one sitting inside the other, providing a double layer of support and protection. Both of these bags are printed PLEASE DO NOT CUT / BAG WHEN OPENING / THIS BAG SHOULD BE / RETURNED TO / BANK OF AMERICA / N.T. & S.A. While these bags were opened long ago, they still include their original crimped lead seals, both neatly cut. They presumably contain 2,000 coins ($1,000 face value), though we have not counted the entire group to verify. In fact, the group remains entirely unsearched and offers an important opportunity for specialists. A quick check for quality reveals brilliant Mint State coins with strong, flashy luster. Most examples are blast-white and untoned, though we note occasions of golden color and pale peach patina. It was originally purchased from dealer John Kamin (The Forecaster Moneyletter) in 1971 and has been held in a private collection ever since. Now available for the first time in several generations, we certainly expect strong interest and even stronger bidding on this lot. (Total: 2000 coins)<em>THIS IS A SOLD AS-IS, NO RETURNS LOT.</em> Acquired from dealer John Kamin (The Forecaster Moneyletter) in 1971 and held privately since.
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