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Liberty Bell

The Liberty Bell is an iconic symbol of American freedom. The bell cracked and was repaired a couple of times shortly after its arrival in the United States. After it was cracked again in the 19th century, it was retired to Liberty Bell Center, where it is still on display.

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How much is a 1950 liberty bell silver dollar worth with a number 6 over the bell?

There were no silver dollars minted in 1950. The Franklin half dollar has the Liberty Bell on the reverse, The "6" above the bell must have been added after the coin left the mint. The "6' reduces the value of the coin to the value of the silver in it.

Can you get married in front of the Liberty Bell?

yes you definaty can get married in front of the liberty bell

Can you touch the Liberty Bell?

sometimes you can touch the liberty bell if a security gard is around/

Where was the Liberty Bell originally made?

The Liberty Bell was made in England in 1751 at the request of the Speaker of the Pennsylvania Assembly. It cracked soon after its arrival and John Pass and John Stow cast another bell in 1758 using material from the original bell. A small crack appeared in this bell in 1846. It was rung that year for George Washington's birthday and that was the last time it was used because of fears of causing the crack to go further and the bell to break apart.

Home Of The Liberty Bell?

the name of the liberty bell is elmora el fandeo

Where is the Bell center located?

The Bell Centre is located in Canada, in Montreal, Quebec to be precise. It's currently owned by a partnership group whom is headed by Geoff Molson and his brothers.

Why is there a nail in the Liberty Bell?

Well the story goes someone tried to steal it and hit the nail too hard to break the glass and it struck the bell I was also dropped before this happened

What are the parts of the Liberty Bell?

The parts of the Liberty Bell are the yoke, crown, head, shoulder, waist, sound rim, tip, mouth, clapper, and bead line. The liberty bell also has an inscription on the top of the bell and a crack.

Is the Liberty Bell a sign of friendship?

Yes the liberty bell a is a sign of friendship. The Liberty Bell is a relic and symbol of the American Revolutionary War. The Liberty Bell, first cast in England in the 1750s, is inscribed with words from the Bible: "Proclaim liberty throughout the land unto all the inhabitants thereof."

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What are the Dimensions of the Liberty Bell?

it's 3 feet high, the lip has a circumference of 12 feet, and the size of the crack is 24.5 inches long by 1/2 inches wide

What is the value of a liberty bell stamp with the words proclaim liberty throughout all the land' worth?

The Liberty Bell is pictured on the Forever Stamp. They are worth the current value of a first class stamp, which is 44 cents in 2009. They can only be used for US addresses.

What was the date Liberty Bell changed history?

The Liberty Bell changed history on July 8, 1776. The Liberty Bell was first used to gather everyone in the square for the reading of the Declaration of Independence by Colonel John Nixon.

What metal is the Liberty Bell mainly consist of?

The Liberty Bell mainly consists of copper (about 70 percent). Other metals include tin, gold, silver, arsenic, and lead (the other 30 percent).

Did new Madrid earthquake cause Liberty Bell crack?

No the New Madrid Earthquake just rang the liberty bell. The earthquake's epicenter was in the boot heel of Missouri, but the earthquake was so strong that it was felt as far away as New York, Canada, and Washington D.C.

What is the value of 2009 Liberty Bell forever stamp?

It is a forever stamp. It is good for the current value of a first class stamp.

Do Liberty Cherry and Fruit Company Liberty Bell jars have any value?

Not much. Sentimental more than anything. Found one online listed for $2.50

What is the common noun for Liberty Bell?

Examples of common nouns for the proper noun Liberty Bell are:

  • artifact
  • bell
  • emblem
  • image
  • relic
  • symbol

Has the Liberty Bell rung since it cracked?

The Liberty Bell first cracked in 1835. After being allowed to go on various gatherings and expositions, the bell cracked again and some people even chipped off pieces of it as souvenirs. It has not been allowed to be rung ever again since 1915.

Who made the Liberty Bell?

John Pass and John Stow recast the Liberty Bell twice in Philadelphia in 1753. The bell was originally cast in 1752 at Whitechapel Foundry, London England.

What is the most valuable year for Liberty Bell half dollar?

If you mean a Franklin Half dollar the 1955 Philadelphia issue is the lowest mintage.