Sugar Skull Day of the Dead .999 Fine Copper

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Lot number159
AuctionAUG 20 2026 GOLD SILVER DAMASCUS KNIVES SPORTS CARDS
DateAugust 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

Sugar Skull Day of the Dead .999 Fine Copper Sugar Skull Day of the Dead 1 AVDP Ounce .999 Fine Copper Round This eye-catching collectible features a vibrant Sugar Skull design, celebrating the rich traditions of the Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos). The obverse showcases a highly detailed Calavera adorned with intricate floral patterns and colorful accents set against a textured, antique-style background. The reverse side is equally impressive, depicting a serene desert landscape complete with a guitar, cacti, and celestial elements under a crescent moon and sun. Struck in .999 fine copper, this 1 AVDP ounce round offers a unique blend of cultural artistry and bullion value. The piece arrives in a protective clear vinyl flip to preserve its finish and detailed engravings, making it an excellent addition for collectors of holiday-themed rounds or unique copper bullion. Sugar Skull Day of the Dead 1 AVDP Ounce .999 Fine Copper Round Condition: The item appears to be in brilliant uncirculated condition with a vibrant, colorized obverse featuring a traditional Calavera design. The reverse displays a sharp strike with a desert landscape, including a guitar, sun, and cacti. No significant wear or abrasions are visible on the surfaces. The mint is not explicitly marked by a specific mint mark, but it is a modern bullion round. Metal content is confirmed as .999 fine copper as stamped on the reverse. Historical context relates to the Mexican holiday Dia de los Muertos, celebrating deceased loved ones with decorative sugar skulls. The strike type is a standard bullion strike with selective colorization on the obverse. Grading is raw and not professionally certified. sugar skull, copper round, day of the dead, bullion, numismatic, mexican culture, 1 ounce copper, guitar, desert landscape, calavera, collectible coin, 999 fine copper, avdp ounce, dia de los muertos, embossed metal copper round, sugar skull coin, day of the dead, 1 oz copper bullion, numismatic collectibles, mexican folk art coin, fine copper, bullion coin, skull art, elongated copper round IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on f

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