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1980 Press Photo Herman Russell takes payment in silver quarters from Nancy Wolk

Name: 1980 Press Photo Herman Russell takes payment in silver quarters from Nancy Wolk
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Galveston, Texas: Department of Energy lawyers disagreed among themselves January 8 as to whether Herman Russell (left) can legally sell gasoline for 5.9 cents a gallon while requiring customers to pay in pre-1964 United States silver quarters. Russell takes payment from Mrs. Nancy Wolk after a transaction. With the price of silver at $36 an ounce January 8, a 1964 quarter was worth $7 when melted down.

Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches. Photo is dated 01-29-1980.

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1980 Press Photo Herman Russell takes payment in silver quarters from Nancy Wolk

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