GOLD AND SILVER MEDALLION

In 1982, the Eastern Oregon Mining Association (EOMA) commissioned the Northwest Territorial Mint with minting 1000 one ounce silver medallions, in 999 fine purity. The dies for this minting were destroyed after the minting to ensure the high price that these collectibles now bring. Originally minted to commemorate EOMA's 75th anniversary and the 100 year history of Baker City, they were introduced to members and friends of the association. Popular demand, however, dictated their sale to the general public. Accordingly, since 1988, EOMA has commissioned the minting of several hundred medallions, with current dates, and a revised reverse side, each year. In most years, they have sold out, or down to a very limited number left, which in turn increases the value of those held by collectors and investors. The limited number minted, and the quality of these medallions have caused the value to increase each year, and some have now been priced at over three times their original price.

The current 2006 silver medallion sells for $20.00, with one dollar extra for postage and handling, which covers the cost of their minting and a very small profit for the support of the Eastern Oregon Mining Association. As new mintings are commissioned, they will be advertised here first, so that members and serious investors and collectors may have an early opportunity to continue their collections.

Again, in 1982, EOMA also commissioned the Northwest Territorial Mint to strike a small number of 2 ounce gold medallions. These beautiful coins have also increased dramatically in value, and now bring as much as four times their original cost. They are extremely rare on the market, and difficult to find, but occasionally one is made available through EOMA for the very serious collector. Along with the 2 ounce strikes, EOMA for several years made available a very limited number of 1 ounce cast native gold coins. A very limited number of these coins sometimes becomes available to EOMA supporters.

Below is a table showing, as of this date, the mintages, their availability and current value. If you are interested in obtaining more information, please e-mail me as shown at the bottom of the page, or telephone me at (541) 276-8807 or (541) 276-8015. Please do NOT send me money or a credit card number as I have no security system in force here. Call or e-mail me and I''ll tell you how to order one of our beautiful coins.

Silver and Gold Medallions

Silver Medallion
COIN TYPE:	Mint Date	Original Price	Mintage	1998 Price	Availability	Where
Silver Medallion (999 fine)	1982	$15.00	1000	$50.00	6	EOMA
	1988	$15.00	250	$35.00	12	EOMA
	1989	$15.00	500	$21.00	88	EOMA
	1990	$15.00	200	$21.00	119	EOMA
	1991	$15.00	250	$21.00	93	EOMA
	1993	$15.00	100	$25.00	31	EOMA
	1994	$15.00	100	$40.00	4	EOMA
	1995	$15.00	150	$45.00	0	EOMA
	1996	$16.00	158	$40.00	4	EOMA
	1997	$16.00	250	$40.00	2	EOMA
	1998	$17.00	250	$26.00	15	EOMA
1999               $17.00              200           $23.00              26          EOMA                                                                        2000               $17.00              200           $25.00                9          EOMA                                                                        2001               $17.00              200           $21.00              50          EOMA                                                                        2002               $17.00              100           $35.00                2          EOMA                                                                        2003               $17.00              100           $30.00              13          EOMA                                                                        2004               $17.00              100           $40.00                0          EOMA                                                                        2005               $20.00              100           $25.00                7          EOMA                                                                        2006               $20.00              100           $20.00              35          EOMA
SILVER MEDALLION FULL SET	1982-2006	$311.00	--	$583.00	--	EOMA

Gold Medallion, (Cast, Native Gold / Strikes)
COIN TYPE:	Mint Date	Original Price	Mintage	1998 Price	Availability	Where
1 Ounce, Native Gold	1983	$??	??	??	@	EOMA
	1984	??	??	??	@	EOMA
	1985	??	??	??	@	EOMA
	1986	??	??	??	@	EOMA
	1987	??	??	??	@	EOMA
	1988	??	??	??	@	EOMA
	1989	??	??	??	@	EOMA
GOLD MEDALLIONS CAST, FULL SET	1982-1997	??	??	??	@	EOMA
Gold Medallion (2 ounce, strike)	1982	$2000.00	??	??	+	EOMA
Gold Medallion (1 ounce, strike)	2000	??	22	$550	@	EOMA

@ - NOTE: Very limited numbers of these coins were minted. EOMA currently holds only one of each vintage in the archives and cannot sell them, however, occasionally a member with an extra coin will consider parting with it. The price will generally run from 2 to 3 times spot bullion gold price, but must be negotiated individually. + - NOTE: EOMA currently holds none of these coins. Availability is strictly through the members who may have an extra one to sell. Prices are between 4 and 5 times spot gold bullion price, but must be negotiated individually.