Bidspirit auction | US 1893 Columbian Exposition Commemorative

US 1893 Columbian Exposition Commemorative Half Dollar Pendant - This jewelry item features a US 1893 Columbian Exposition commemorative half dollar that has been modified into a pendant. The host coin was originally struck in 90% silver and has been subsequently gold-plated. It is drilled at the 12 o'clock position and fitted with a gold-tone jump ring. The piece displays the standard Columbian commemorative obverse and reverse designs with a reeded edge. Legends include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, COLUMBIAN HALF DOLLAR, WORLD'S COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION CHICAGO, and the dates 1492 and 1893. Weight: 12.69 g (0.408 ozt) Diameter: 30.6 mm. The item is in ex-jewelry condition due to the hole drilled at the 12 o'clock position. The surfaces show significant wear and scattered contact marks. The gold plating is worn thin on the high points of the relief, such as the portrait and the ship's sails, revealing the silver-colored base metal underneath.