(1860-79) Silver Medal Betts-148, Restrike Guadaloupe Fortified
Strike Type
Coin Details
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $1,140
- Sold
- Grade
- MS63
- Auction house
- Stack's Bowers
Description
This silver restrike of the Guadeloupe Fortified medal (Betts-148) was produced at the Paris Mint during the 1860-79 restrike period. The original medal commemorated the fortification and defense of the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, one of France's most valuable sugar-producing colonies. Guadeloupe was repeatedly contested between France and England during the colonial wars, and its defense was a matter of considerable strategic importance. The silver composition makes this restrike significantly scarcer than bronze versions. French Caribbean colonial medals form a distinct sub-specialty within the Betts catalog, documenting the fierce competition for the wealthy sugar islands that generated enormous revenue for European crowns.
Rarity Notes
Paris Mint silver restrike, 1860-79 period. French Caribbean colonial subject.
Cross References
Betts-148; Guadeloupe Fortified; French Caribbean colonies
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