(1829) Bronze Medal J-IP-19, Andrew Jackson

Coin Details

Description

This bronze Indian Peace Medal bearing Andrew Jackson's portrait is cataloged as Julian IP-19, a distinct die variety within the Jackson peace medal series. Multiple die varieties exist for Jackson's peace medals, reflecting the high volume of diplomatic activity during his two terms and the consequent need for replacement dies as originals wore down from use. Jackson's administration distributed peace medals across a vast geographic range, from the southeastern tribes facing removal to the Plains nations encountered by military and civilian expeditions pushing into the trans-Mississippi West. Each treaty council, each diplomatic mission, and each formal encounter with tribal leadership required an appropriate supply of medals in various sizes and conditions. The Julian IP-19 designation identifies a specific die pairing that may represent later production runs or variant designs within the Jackson medal program. The bronze composition indicates this is a restrike or duplicate rather than an original silver presentation piece. Bronze versions of peace medals were increasingly produced by the Mint during the nineteenth century to satisfy growing collector interest in the series, which was recognized even in its own time as a uniquely American contribution to the art of diplomatic medals.

Rarity Notes

Bronze striking of Julian IP-19 dies. One of several die varieties in the Jackson peace medal series, reflecting the high demand for medals during the removal era.

Cross References

Julian IP-19; PCGS #681790