Coin Identifier
Krewe of America Mardi Gras Doubloon — obverse
Obverse
Krewe of America Mardi Gras Doubloon — reverse
Reverse
None (Token/Exonumia)

Krewe of America Mardi Gras Doubloon

United States (New Orleans, Louisiana) · 1999

A silver-colored New Orleans Mardi Gras doubloon featuring a masked Statue of Liberty and a cinematic theme.

Country
United States (New Orleans, Louisiana)
Year
1999
Denomination
None (Token/Exonumia)
Metal
Aluminum (likely High-Polish/Heavy Gauge)

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Overview

A silver-colored New Orleans Mardi Gras doubloon featuring a masked Statue of Liberty and a cinematic theme.

Historical significance

Mardi Gras doubloons are tokens thrown from parade floats in New Orleans. The Krewe of America was established in 1997. This 1999 issue celebrates the theme 'America on the Silver Screen'.

Obverse (front)

Portrait of the Statue of Liberty wearing a masquerade mask. Legends: 'KREWE OF AMERICA', 'New Orleans', 'Established 1997'.

Reverse (back)

Depiction of a boxer and a character with a banjo/uke against a city backdrop under a film strip. Legend: 'AMERICA on the SILVER SCREEN', '1999'.

Estimated value

$1.00 - $5.00

What drives this coin's value

Condition and thematic appeal. Collectors specifically look for 'heavy' or 'colored' versions of specific years.

Grade assessment

Uncirculated / Mint State (appears to have original luster and minimal strike-through or handling marks)

Mintage & rarity

Common (Thousands produced for parade throws)

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

These are rarely counterfeited due to low value; check for weight and crispness of strike.

Notable varieties & errors

Multi-colored anodized versions or dual-metal collector strikes.

Similar coins

Other Krewe doubloons (Endymion, Bacchus, Rex). Distinguish by the specific krewe name and year.

Care & preservation

Store in a dry place. Aluminum is prone to scratching and 'white rot' if exposed to moisture/oils. Handle by edges to avoid fingerprints.