(1824) Silver Medal J-AM-17, Franklin Institute

Coin Details

Auction Record

$780 SP63 11-30-2021 Stack's Bowers

Description

This silver medal, cataloged as J-AM-17, commemorates the Franklin Institute of Philadelphia, established in 1824 in honor of Benjamin Franklin. The Franklin Institute became one of America's most important institutions for the promotion of science, engineering, and technology, hosting exhibitions, awarding prestigious medals, and maintaining a museum that continues to inspire scientific curiosity. The "AR" designation confirms the silver composition. The J-AM-17 catalog number places this within the Julian American Medal series, which documents medals produced by or associated with the U.S. Mint for American institutions and occasions. The choice to honor the Franklin Institute in silver reflected the institution's significance as a center of American scientific achievement and industrial progress. Founded during the early industrial revolution, the Institute played a crucial role in promoting American innovation and technological education during the nineteenth century, making it a fitting subject for an official medal.

Rarity Notes

J-AM-17, silver (AR) composition. Franklin Institute commemorative. Limited production.

Cross References

PCGS #684138; Julian AM-17; Franklin Institute Medal, Silver; Established 1824