A Hand Full of Gold
WINNER: 2014 National Baseball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Winner
Built upon the value of community, Baseball is the backbone of American culture. Raised loving the native pastime, a glove assisted me not only as a tool, but helped foster communication and trust between my family and peers. It is a fundamental symbol for teamwork and camaraderie. The shape of the glove also highlights the concavity of the coin. Two wheat sheaves unite with the braided lace of the glove to form a ring. This stands for American unity, stitched together to form one nation. The wheat celebrates a love for our bountiful land and home.
9 comments
Ronnie Tso • over 10 years ago
Out of all the designs, this one is my favorite. However, the positioning of the date and "In God We Trust" should be moved. Otherwise, I love this design above all the others.
Jack Cordsue • over 10 years ago
Of the 26 here, this one is by far the best. It PERFECTLY compliments the other side of the coin with the concave nature!
Paul Gilkes • over 10 years ago
Congratulations on your design not only being selected as one of the 16 finalists, but also recommended today, July 18, by the Commission of Fine Arts as THE design to which the Treasury secretary should give final approval. Trying to reach you to conduct an interview about the recommendation. I can be reached on my cell phone at 937-489-1887, or work number at 937-498-0855. If I don't pick up, leave a phone number or email where you can be easily reached. Thanks.
Sincerely,
Paul Gilkes, Senior Staff Writer
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John Dikun • over 10 years ago
After taking some time to really look at this design, I guess I have to agree with Coin World on this one. Nice design and well thought out (considering what is on the other side of the coin). I wish there was a bat somewhere, but the design holds it's own without it. Maybe a stylized eagle with shield (using a burned in leather look) as part of the center of the glove might be an idea, but I would think the artist already thought of that and rejected that concept as being too busy. Your design looks great! Congratulations.
Mark Rathke • over 10 years ago
I hope this design wins. To me it compliments the other side and is well designed with composition and filling the surface of the coin. Kudos to the CFA for it's recommendation. I would gladly own the coins with this design on it. It looks hand drawn as well. Great talent.
Cassie McFarland • over 10 years ago
Thank you all so very much for your kind thoughts and suggestions. I am honored to be among this group of amazing artists!!
CathieA_SacBee • over 10 years ago
Cassie, I'm a business columnist for The Sacramento Bee. Your Uncle Dan told me about your exciting news. I'm hoping to reach you before 2 p.m. Pacific time today (7/29) for a quick interview. Cathie Anderson, 916-321-1193
Garrett Burke • about 10 years ago
Congrats, Cassie! Yours is a smart design that will make for a very attractive commemorative coin, particularly with Don Everhart sculpting the art.
Charles Morgan • about 10 years ago
Cassie, i write for CoinWeek.com. I'd like to touch base with you, if possible. email me at: htandcm105@gmail.com. Thanks.
Charles