Houdiniana & Magic Memorabilia
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 339
Leon Herrmann Encased Penny
Estimate: $250 - $500
Sold for
$150
Sold Price includes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
HERRMANN, Leon (1867- 1909). Herrmann the Great Encased Penny. 1901 Indian Head cent encased in aluminum. The obverse bears a relief portrait of Leon Herrmann and the text “Herrmann The Great Direction Thurnaer & Gorman,” the reverse images of a wishbone, horseshoe, four-leaf clover, and the text, “Good Luck/Keep Me and Prosper.” Light wear. MT158.
Overall Dimensions
Height: 1.00 in
Width: 1.00 in
Depth: 1.00 in
Weight: 1.00 lbs
Available payment options
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