(1776) Gold Libertas Americana Medal - 2014 1 oz. Restrike

Coin Details

Auction Record

$3,840 MS66 08-31-2022 Stack's Bowers

Description

A one-ounce gold restrike of the Libertas Americana medal produced by the Monnaie de Paris in 2014. This is the most prestigious item in the modern restrike program, combining the historic significance of Dupre's masterwork with one troy ounce of gold — echoing the exceedingly rare original gold presentations from the 1780s. When Benjamin Franklin commissioned the medal in 1782, gold versions were struck for presentation to Louis XVI and the French royal family. These originals are among the most valuable American-related numismatic items, with one selling for $4.4 million at Heritage Auctions in 2021. The 2014 one-ounce gold restrike provides access to this historic design in precious metal at a tiny fraction of the original's value. The one-ounce troy weight format aligns the Libertas Americana with modern bullion products, giving the medal both numismatic and precious-metal appeal. The gold composition transforms Dupre's design with warm luminosity that highlights the flowing hair of Liberty and the dramatic allegory of infant Hercules defended by Minerva. Gold Libertas Americana restrikes are produced in extremely limited quantities, making them the scarcest items in the modern restrike series. They appeal to gold bullion collectors, medal enthusiasts, and investors who appreciate the rare combination of significant gold content, world-class artistry, and connection to one of the most important moments in American diplomatic history.

Rarity Notes

Very rare among restrikes. One-ounce gold versions represent the smallest production run in the restrike program with substantial precious-metal value.

Cross References

Betts-615 (original); Monnaie de Paris 2014 gold 1 oz. restrike; Original gold: $4.4M (2021 Heritage)