1912 "Wilson" or "Gold Basis" Dollar. HK-813, DeLorey-68. Rarity-8. Silver. Proof.38 mm. Brilliant untoned Proof surfaces. A few reverse marks are noted, heavy die polish lines are as made. This issues legends celebrate the fact that William Jennings Bryans candidacy is over, forcing the issue of Free Silver to die with it. Uncommonly high quality for this rare Elder type with only 10 to 12 examples struck in silver before the dies were destroyed.From our (Bowers and Merenas) sale of the Bebee Collection, October 2000 Robert W. Schwan Collection sale, lot 1148; Presidential Coin & Antique Co., Inc.s Robert Marcus Collection sale, December 2001, lot 549. Lot tags included.
