185-150924 In the Treasure Corner - That "VDB" Man

In the Corner with Dan Hughes by Dan Hughes

Sep 25, 201504:29Sports & Recreation

Beginning coin collectors learn many terms unknown to the general public, and one of the first terms they encounter is "VDB." These initials refer to Victor David Brenner, the designer of the longest-running United State...

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