Coin Dealer Robbed While Unloading at Illinois Coin Show

Posted by NCIC Admin at 7 April, 2009, 9:14 am. 608 views
Categories: NCIC

Bloomington, Illinois police are investigating the robbery of coin dealer Frank Zapushek and the loss of over $65,000 in gold coins, peace dollars and cash. Mr. Zapushek was assaulted and two briefcases taken while unloading his vehicle at 6:45am March 28, 2009 at a local coin show. No suspects have been identified.

Below is a partial listing of the 104 coins stolen.

• 1871CC XF one dollar gold
• 1873CC F one dollar gold
• 1799 Eagle XF
• 1850 Double Eagle NGC XF40
• 1876S Double Eagle PCI MS63
• 1883CC Double Eagle NGC AU55
• 1889CC Double Eagle XF
• 1890 CC Double Eagle NGC AU58
• 1892CC Double Eagle XF

Any Dealer or collector with information concerning this offense should contact:

Det. Fanelli
Bloomington, IL
309-434-2380

Or

Doug Davis
NCIC
817-705-4450

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