danhughes Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 The year, 1915. The new Director of the United States Mint, Robert Woolley, misunderstood the law. He thought he had to redesign the dime, quarter, and half dollar. So he did. Chief Engraver of the Mint, Charles Barber, had designed all three of those coins being replaced. He was furious. But coin enthusiasts cheered. Gone were Barber's dull designs, and they were replaced by -...but listen to the story.It's at http://thetreasurecorner.com . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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