counterstamped US half cent info needed
I have a counterstamped US half cent.I was told Merchants would put their initials or names onto coins as a means of advertising. In the text, It looks to be a 1802 or 3 half cent.You can see the RT in liberty and the bust. The "CT" counterstamp is right over the bust. would anyone know the silversmith or Merchant etc. that stamped this coin ? It was found in MA. thanks for looking.
Dennis 2
I have a counterstamped US half cent.I was told Merchants would put their initials or names onto coins as a means of advertising. In the text, It looks to be a 1802 or 3 half cent.You can see the RT in liberty and the bust. The "CT" counterstamp is right over the bust. would anyone know the silversmith or Merchant etc. that stamped this coin ? It was found in MA. thanks for looking.
Dennis 2