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Size - Doubloons are typically 1 3/4 inches in diameter, but from very early on in the history of Mardi Gras doubloons, variations in size have been used. At first this was a money-saving feature, as it was in an ill-fated attempt in 1979 to reduce the standard size to 1 inch. Mardi Gras doubloons were common Mardi Gras throws by the late 1960s. The typical design for common aluminum throw doubloons has the emblem of the Mardi Gras krewe with its name and year on the front side, and this side generally does not change from year-to-year. [5] The doubloon made its debut with the Rex parade on Mardi Gras Day. Historically, it originated in 1959 because it had to be produced before being used. The doubloon was created by H. A. Sharpe, who took several versions to the captain of the Rex organization, which marked the beginning of a whole type of collectible. 50th anniversary commemorative Rex doubloon. Photo from The Times-Picayune archive. A childhood spent chasing doubloons during Mardi Gras parades for his mother's collection grew into a full 26 Bronze & Oxidized Silver Rex New Orleans Mardi Gras Doubloon Lot 60’s & 70’s. Opens in a new window or tab. Pre-Owned. $85.00. or Best Offer +$12.30 delivery. 2025 Mardi Gras Doubloon Checklist REX 2025 Check List Location & Hours. Mindi Market Street San Francisco, CA 94103 (555) 555-5555 hi@mystore.com. Rex's doubloons were given a gold anodized finish in 1962, and the reverse side was dedicated to an illustration of the parade theme. Doubloons have become one of Mardi Gras' most happy traditions. To recognize this anniversary, a 50th Year Commemorative Doubloon has been created, along with a booklet documenting its history. MARDI GRAS DOUBLOONS - New Orleans - Lot of 35 - 1970s/1980s Vintage - Rex They are the origin of many Mardi Gras traditions, including the official Carnival colors of purple, green and gold, as well as the collectible doubloon coins (introduced by Rex in 1960). The Krewe consists of 600 male riders and parades on the New Orleans Uptown route on Mardi Gras day, immediately after Zulu. Rex 15 lbs of bulk doubloons New Orleans Mardi Gras aluminum doubloons $49.99 Rex 1873 Member Ducal Badge New Orelans Mardi Gras Krewe Favor $599.99 Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the doubloon became the most coveted throw in a parade. The Modern Mardi Gras Doubloon. Most doubloons thrown are minted on aluminum blanks in their natural, silvery color, but through an electrochemical process called anodization, basic silver can become almost any color you can think of. Doubloons were introduced to Mardi Gras by the Krewe of Rex in 1960 and rapidly became one of the premier krewe favors which krewe members could inexpensively throw to the crowds attending their parades. While there hasn’t been widespread counterfeiting of doubloons, in 1970, Rex reissued their 1960 doubloon—the original Mardi Gras doubloon. Some enterprising cheaters may attempt to sell the cheaper 1970 coin and claim it’s the 1960 coin, which can sell for hundreds. And if aluminum doubloons are boiled, their dye comes off. In 1960, Rex introduced the doubloon to Mardi Gras. In 2013, Rex introduced a new throw: riders on each float threw unique beads bearing the likeness of the figures on that float. Look for colorful throws corresponding to twenty individ-ual float designs. Rex members will also throw close to one million doubloons The mission of this non-profit club is to promote the collection of Mardi Gras doubloons (Mardi Gras coins) and other Mardi Gras collectibles. C.C.D.T. does this by sponsoring doubloon swaps, which are events where collectors may trade, buy, or sell doubloons, or any other Mardi Gras memorabilia. Rex 1981 .925 Sterling Silver Gold Plated Theme Charm New Orleans, LA Mardi Gras Rex 2024 .999 Fine Silver New Orleans Mardi Gras Doubloon. Rex 2005 .925 Sterling Silver Mardi Gras Krewe Favor Theme Charm A246 $79.99 Out of stock The 1960 Rex doubloons are the only Mardi Gras doubloons to be listed in the Hibler and Kappen Catalog titled "So-Called Dollars," and the 1960 Rex Plain Aluminum doubloon is designated "HK-581. " Please check out my other auctions and visit my store, Olde Oaks Emporium, to view many more Mardi Gras doubloons. Over 1000 items currently listed. The 1961 Krewe of Rex Doubloon is the SECOND year the Mardi Gras Doubloon was thrown to the crowds at Mardi Gras. Rex is the oldest Mardi Gras Parade that still parades in the City, dating back to 1872. This is a set of original 1961 Rex doubloons; one made of aluminum,and the other is gold-anodized aluminum. Rex 1997 .999 Fine Silver Theme New Orleans Mardi Gras Doubloon
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