1996 1 Oz Krause Publications IOLA Car Show Round PF

Krause Publications, which began in 1952, has issued several silver bars and rounds throughout its existence. In the 1970's it issued bars commemorating the Numismatic News magazine. In 1987 it celebrated the 35th Anniversary of the Numismatic News publication. Beginning in 1990, the organization issued quite a few rounds for different events ranging from company outings to seasonal rounds to festivals hosted by Krause publications. Few if any rounds were issued after 2002.  From 1996 through 2000, rounds were issued to commemorate the yearly car show in Iola sponsored by Krause Publications. Each show had its distinctive theme. This is the round from 1996 celebrates the centennial of the automotive industry. The mint and mintage are unknown. Very rare round!

Obverse: The obverse features the 1896 Duryea motor wagon. The inscriptions "IOLA '96 / JULY 13-14", "HCCA / JULY 7-11", and the name of the vehicle surround the central image.  Around the rim is the upper inscription "CENTENNIAL OF THE AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY" and the lower inscription "1896 TOUR OF THE CENTURY 1996".

Reverse: The central feature on the reverse is the logo of Krause Publications, in use for rounds from 1995 until 2002. The logo depicts the lowercase letters "KP" superimposed on horizontal lines. The phrase "SINCE 1952" is found underneath. A mirrored circle surrounds the logo. The upper inscription bears the name "KRAUSE PUBLICATIONS" while the lower one contains the name "IOLA, WISCONSIN" where Krause Publications are headquartered.