Sierra Leone dollar in silver 1791. NGC graded proof. One of only 40 pieces
struck in Proof. Estimate 10-15 or so still exist today including those
forever stuck in museum collections. The world's first decimal silver dollar.
The world's first coin issued for circulation struck with a steam press.
Struck by the firm of Bolton & Watt (James Watt, inventor of the steam
engine)! The world's first coin to feature a theme of interracial harmony
(clasped Caucasian and African Hands as a main design motif). Probably the
coolest wildlife design on a hand-engraved coin since ancient times. Auction
records up to 6,000 pounds sterling. Standard catalog of coins valued it at
$5,250 in 1987. Take it only $5.250. More info available on request.