1884 LIBERTY HEAD $2.5 PR67 Cameo

GEM CAM PROOF SURFACES. ONLY 73 STRUCK. SOLE HIGHEST GRADED AT PCGS.
Grading Service: PCGS
SKU: 143047
Cert Number: 39547540
$75,000.00**
$82,500.00
Bring This Coin to Life
In 1884, the United States witnessed a series of groundbreaking innovations and cultural milestones that underscored the nation's burgeoning spirit of ingenuity and progress. The completion of the Washington Monument stands out as a monumental achievement, symbolizing the country's admiration and respect for its first president, George Washington. This architectural marvel, completed after several decades of construction, was celebrated for becoming the world's tallest structure at the time, embodying American engineering prowess and dedication to national heritage. The same year marked a significant leap in entertainment with the opening of America's first roller coaster, the Switchback Railway, at Coney Island in New York. Invented by LaMarcus Adna Thompson, this amusement ride ignited the country's fascination with theme parks and laid the foundation for the thrilling roller coasters that would become a staple of American leisure. 1884 was also notable for a major advancement in telecommunications, with the completion of the first long-distance telephone line between Boston and New York. This technological milestone significantly enhanced communication across vast distances, paving the way for the modern telecommunications network that would eventually connect the entire country. Additionally, the architectural landscape of the United States was forever changed with the completion of the Home Insurance Building in Chicago, often considered the world's first skyscraper. Its innovative steel frame construction not only revolutionized building techniques but also symbolized the rise of urban America and the country's move towards the skyward expansion of its cities. These achievements from 1884 highlight a year of significant progress and innovation in the United States, reflecting the nation's capacity for technological advancement and cultural development, and setting the stage for the transformative changes that would shape the 20th century.
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