Lot 4791

Sale 106 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes

Description

USA, Libertas Americana Medal, (1782) by the Paris Mint from concept and mottos proposed by Benjamin Franklin (US Commissioner to France) in copper (48 mm). Good very fine and very rare.

This medal, of which 100-125 are known, was struck to acknowledge the support of France for America in its struggle against the British.

Estimate
$4,250
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$7,500

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