(1849) Bronzed-Copper Medal J-IP-27, Zachary Taylor
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$630 MS64BN 06-16-2023 Stack's Bowers
Description
The circa 1849 bronzed copper Indian Peace Medal cataloged as Julian IP-27 bears the portrait of President Zachary Taylor and represents yet another die variety in the Taylor peace medal series. The IP-27 designation in Julian's catalog indicates specific die characteristics that distinguish this medal from both the IP-28 and IP-29 versions, reflecting the multiple die pairings produced for Taylor's presidential peace medals. The obverse features Taylor's right-facing portrait with presidential inscriptions in the bronzed copper finish that provides a dark, lustrous surface quality. The reverse carries the standard clasped-hands design with crossed peace pipe and tomahawk beneath the PEACE AND FRIENDSHIP motto. The existence of three distinct Julian numbers for Taylor's peace medals (IP-27, IP-28, IP-29) is notable given the brevity of his presidency. This reflects the Mint's practice of preparing multiple dies to meet anticipated demand from the War Department for diplomatic distribution, combined with later restrike productions that utilized different die combinations. The bronzed copper treatment on this IP-27 example indicates a carefully finished piece produced for presentation or collector purposes.
Rarity Notes
Bronzed copper version of the IP-27 die variety. Among the scarcer Taylor peace medal variants due to the specialized finish and limited production.
Cross References
Julian IP-27; PCGS #535442
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