Bugs Bunny 50th Birthday Silver Medal

Country of Origin: United States (Private Mint), officially licensed by Warner Bros.

Year of Issue: 1990

Denomination: None (Bullion Medal / Silver Round)

Composition: .999 Fine Silver

Bugs Bunny 50th Birthday Silver Medal

Brief Description

A collectible silver medal celebrating the 50th anniversary of Bugs Bunny, featuring Bugs on the obverse and Elmer Fudd on the reverse.

Historical Significance

Released in 1990 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Bugs Bunny's first official appearance in 'A Wild Hare' (1940). It represents the era's popularity for licensed character bullion.

Estimated Value

$35-$60 depending on silver spot price and physical condition. Premium is largely driven by Looney Tunes collectors.

Care Instructions

Store in a PVC-free air-tight capsule. Handle only by the edges. Do not clean or polish, as micro-scratches from cleaning reduce numismatic and silver round value.

Mint Mark

None (Typical of private mint production)

Mintage & Rarity

Common to scarce; while widely produced, many have been melted during silver price peaks.

Weight & Diameter

1 troy ounce (31.1 grams); approx 39mm diameter.

Edge

Reeded

Apparent Grade

Very Fine to Extremely Fine. The surfaces show significant handling marks, scratches (hairlines), and light oxidation/residue, typical of loose storage.

Obverse (Front)

Features Bugs Bunny leaning through the classic Looney Tunes rings, holding a carrot. Top legend reads '50TH BIRTHDAY'. Bottom legend includes 'ONE TROY OUNCE .999 FINE SILVER' and Warner Bros. copyright info.

Reverse (Back)

Features Elmer Fudd in hunting gear holding a shotgun. The legend at the bottom reads 'CWAZY WABBIT!'.

What Drives This Coin's Value

Physical condition and silver spot price are the primary drivers. Deep scratches and tarnish on this specimen lower the premium over its metal content.

Similar Coins

Various other Looney Tunes silver rounds exist, such as the 1990 Sylvester or Daffy Duck rounds. This is easily distinguished by the specific Bugs Bunny 50th logo.

Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags

Verify weight is exactly 1 troy ounce and check for a silver 'ping' test. Counterfeits often use base metals like copper-nickel which will be magnetic or have the wrong weight/thickness ratio.

Notable Varieties & Errors

None widely recognized; however, proof-like vs. satin finishes can vary slightly in desirability.

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