Coca-Cola had several quality series, including the 75th Anniversary series. Here you will find information on these, a list of participating bottling plants, and links to some that are on sale.
The sought after Alaska Official State Medallion is covered, along with a list of the depicted wildlife. There are links to these as well. The related Official Iditarod medallions are also covered.
What is more collectible than Disney? Yes, Disney makes silver, and occasionally gold, medallions. Learn about Disney medallions in this lens, and find links to available Disney silver medallions.
Coca-Cola has produced fine silver art bars and rounds. There have been several instances when these were issued.
The most extensive issue was to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Coca-Cola Company. Special art bars, and to a lesser extent silver rounds, were issued for the various bottling plants. Some are quite rare, and command a high price. Some are generic in nature, differing from each other only by the name of the bottling plant, but others are true works of art. The art usually depicts something relative to the location, and may include an old bottling plant. Louisiana issued a round, as did Hawaii. These allow a wider field for engraving, which can accommodate a larger design.
Christmas art rounds are also collectible. While Santa has staying power, the Coca-Cola Polar Bear is becoming quite popular.
Other, older rounds, and bars from conventions have also been minted.
One might expect a duplication of the successful 75th anniversary art bars when the 100th anniversary was celebrated, but this was not to be the case.
Some major bullion distributors produce one ounce fine silver rounds, and release them before Christmas. The purpose is to allow people to have something interesting to hand out to someone forgotten, or someone who unexpectedly comes by. These rounds are usually dated, which is the industry’s tactic to reduce reuse in future years. This tactic does not really work, since the focal point is the image, like Santa, and not the date. These rounds become abundant on sites like Ebay prior to Christmas, and persist a few weeks after. Some people dispose of the excessive quantities bought at bullion price after Christmas.
Another use is to sprinkle several of these on a table for ornamentation. While this might appear to be an expensive practice, reselling after Christmas can recapture most or all of the original cost, and could even bring a profit if the bullion market rises.
Some of the issues have a large blank field on the reverse, intended for engraving. If there is such a field, personalizing the round can bring about a special touch, but limits the resale value.
A better alternative is to buy seasonal coins. The Royal Canadian Mint’s snowflake coins are a much better, albeit more expensive, alternative. They have historically escalated in value, a nice feature.
Disney has proof silver rounds minted. Currently, the Rarities Mint is minting them. Most of these rounds are one Troy ounce, but smaller and larger rounds have been produced.
These rounds may mark a Disney milestone, such as Mickey Mouse’s 60th birthday, the opening of a theme park, a particular ride, a Disney character, or a Disney movie. There are a multitude of images that have been used.
Care must be taken that the silver round is not merely silver plated. Look for the stamp indicating the round is 0.999 fine silver.
When issued, most Disney rounds come with a numbered certificate of authenticity, and may be on a card or housed in a nice case. If it is on a card, the card may be the only certificate of authenticity.
Disney also produced a small number of gold rounds, and enhanced some select silver rounds by gilding them with gold.
These Disney rounds are of interest to many coin collectors, and to Disney collectors.
These rounds may mark a Disney milestone, such as Mickey Mouse’s 60th birthday, the opening of a theme park, a particular ride, a Disney character, or a Disney movie. There are a multitude of images that have been used.
Care must be taken that the silver round is not merely silver plated. Look for the stamp indicating the round is 0.999 fine silver.
When issued, most Disney rounds come with a numbered certificate of authenticity, and may be on a card or housed in a nice case. If it is on a card, the card may be the only certificate of authenticity.
Disney also produced a small number of gold rounds, and enhanced some select silver rounds by gilding them with gold.
These Disney rounds are of interest to many coin collectors, and to Disney collectors.
On rare occasion, Disney has released beautiful silver bars that are fine silver with Disney art added in enamel. These are fantastic, and should please both numismatists and collectors of Disney items alike. Occasionally, these show up on eBay. If any are pulled up below, just look and see how incredible these art bars are.
Occasionally, Disney releases entire sets of silver coins. One of the most common is the half-ounce silver Snow White set. Much less common is the 5 ounce set. There seems to be two versions, a none coin set and an eleven coin set. Each has the Snow White, Prince Charming, and the seven dwarfs, but some also include the witch and the woodsman. Disney had one in early 2009 with only nine coins.
Other sets exist. The Disney Around the World six coin set is fantastic, then there is a Fantasia set. Mickey at Sixty is another common set. In 2006 Disney was selling five coins depicting the five theme parks, both in silver and in silver selectively gilded in gold. Some of these are available nly infrequently on eBay. And this is just some of the more common ones. There is a very nice set of silver coins featuring Donald Duck.
Other sets exist. The Disney Around the World six coin set is fantastic, then there is a Fantasia set. Mickey at Sixty is another common set. In 2006 Disney was selling five coins depicting the five theme parks, both in silver and in silver selectively gilded in gold. Some of these are available nly infrequently on eBay. And this is just some of the more common ones. There is a very nice set of silver coins featuring Donald Duck.
Disney precious metal generally carry a nice premium, with the notable exception of the one and one-half Troy ounce silver Snow White series. However, Disney makes a number of coins that are not silver, nor are they gold. Those, especially of there is no Disney character involved, may not be worth much.
Star Wars weekend coins are a set of such coins. These are plentiful, and not very collectible. Apparently, many people though they would make a good investment, and the market is flooded.
Disney Decade Coins are nice, but do not carry the level of premium other Disney coins do.
As parts and resorts opened, Disney issued many first day coins. These, such as the ones for the parks abroad, have no sentimental meaning for most collectors.
Pirates of the Caribbean “gold” and “silver” coins are also overproduced. They are too available at the theme parks, so the secondary market never developed, and may never do so.
The set of world coins available at Epcot, except for the packaging, are just inexpensive coins from foreign countries. These should be avoided as an investment.
Indeed, there are adequate valuable Disney silver coins available. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Winnie the Pooh are always in demand. Some characters are rare on coins, and this makes them more collectible. Collect Disney coins, but collect intelligently.
Star Wars weekend coins are a set of such coins. These are plentiful, and not very collectible. Apparently, many people though they would make a good investment, and the market is flooded.
Disney Decade Coins are nice, but do not carry the level of premium other Disney coins do.
As parts and resorts opened, Disney issued many first day coins. These, such as the ones for the parks abroad, have no sentimental meaning for most collectors.
Pirates of the Caribbean “gold” and “silver” coins are also overproduced. They are too available at the theme parks, so the secondary market never developed, and may never do so.
The set of world coins available at Epcot, except for the packaging, are just inexpensive coins from foreign countries. These should be avoided as an investment.
Indeed, there are adequate valuable Disney silver coins available. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Winnie the Pooh are always in demand. Some characters are rare on coins, and this makes them more collectible. Collect Disney coins, but collect intelligently.
Disney has gift shops throughout its theme parks, but do not look for silver and gold where the shirts are sold. These are art pieces, so look at the Art of Disney shops. They are less numerous than the generic gift shops.
Art of Disney shops are usually located near the entrance to a theme park. They sell prints, figurines, and when available, silver and gold rounds. Expect these treasures to be kept under glass. Once one is decided upon, a cast member retreats to the stock room and retrieves one. Expect the one you are sold to come in a display case, a box, and have a Certificate of Authenticity. Those things are not normally displayed. Most Disney collectible rounds come with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity because of limited mintage.
Once these silver and gold rounds sell out they are no longer available at Disney. Limited mintage prevents more from being produced.
If a particular Art of Disney shop does not have silver or gold rounds available, continue to search. Perhaps a shop in another theme park has what you seek. And, if in Florida, do not forget to also shop at Downtown Disney. Actually, it does not cost to go through Downtown Disney.
Art of Disney shops are usually located near the entrance to a theme park. They sell prints, figurines, and when available, silver and gold rounds. Expect these treasures to be kept under glass. Once one is decided upon, a cast member retreats to the stock room and retrieves one. Expect the one you are sold to come in a display case, a box, and have a Certificate of Authenticity. Those things are not normally displayed. Most Disney collectible rounds come with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity because of limited mintage.
Once these silver and gold rounds sell out they are no longer available at Disney. Limited mintage prevents more from being produced.
If a particular Art of Disney shop does not have silver or gold rounds available, continue to search. Perhaps a shop in another theme park has what you seek. And, if in Florida, do not forget to also shop at Downtown Disney. Actually, it does not cost to go through Downtown Disney.
One highly prized silver round is the Alaska Official State Medallion. These are true works of art, since they are produced from the winning images of an art contest.
The proof version is quite expensive and has a numbered certificate of authenticity. Gold and silver gilded with gold rounds are also minted, as are sets. A less expensive proof-like round is also quite beautiful, but can be purchased at a lower price. The less expensive version has a reeded edge.
By law, the image cannot be used beyond the demand for the year.
The proof version is quite expensive and has a numbered certificate of authenticity. Gold and silver gilded with gold rounds are also minted, as are sets. A less expensive proof-like round is also quite beautiful, but can be purchased at a lower price. The less expensive version has a reeded edge.
By law, the image cannot be used beyond the demand for the year.
The Iditarod Official Medallions have enjoyed some popularity. Minted by the Alaska Mint, the same mint that produces the Alaska Official Medallions, these are of excellent quality. Unfortunately, the same mint makes unofficial medallions honoring the Iditarod in the same years, so be careful. Look for the Certificate of Authenticity. While the other medallions are equally attractive, they are less likely to maintain their value.
Even the Great Seal of Alaska is insufficient in making a determination as to whether or not a medallion is the official issue.
Many companies have made silver bars and rounds. We have an entire article on Coca-Cola art bars and rounds. Others include Harley Davidson, Budweiser, and Coors. Harley Davidson collectible silver bars and rounds are desirable because Harley Davidson memorabilia is, as a whole, highly prized by collectors. There is an entire group that collect these items, just like there is an entire group who collect Coca-Cola memorabilia. And, in the case of Harley Davidson, the image is usually a fantastic bike!
Even the Great Seal of Alaska is insufficient in making a determination as to whether or not a medallion is the official issue.
Many companies have made silver bars and rounds. We have an entire article on Coca-Cola art bars and rounds. Others include Harley Davidson, Budweiser, and Coors. Harley Davidson collectible silver bars and rounds are desirable because Harley Davidson memorabilia is, as a whole, highly prized by collectors. There is an entire group that collect these items, just like there is an entire group who collect Coca-Cola memorabilia. And, in the case of Harley Davidson, the image is usually a fantastic bike!
