The Friends of the Nevada State Museum (FNSM) announced this week the final countdown for the raffle of a truly unique and highly sought-after collectible: the last medallion in the exclusive 1870 Carson City Minted Liberty Seated Half Dollar series.

The winning ticket for Medallion #3000 will be pulled as part of the Nevada State Museum’s Christmas Past and Present Holiday Artisan Fair on Sunday, Dec. 14. The winner need not be present to win.

This specific medallion is the last in its series and was struck on the museum’s historic Coin Press #1, the original coining press used at the U.S. Mint in Carson City. Minted with Nevada silver, Medallion #3000 holds special historical significance.

All other medallions in this series are sold out at the Museum Store, and the die for this specific design has been officially retired, guaranteeing that this exact piece will not be minted again.

Raffle tickets are $5 each and are currently available for purchase at the Nevada State Museum admission desk, 600 N Carson St, Carson City.

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