(1880-1898) Silver Medal Betts-594, William Washington Restrike, Cornucopia

Coin Details

Auction Record

$1,440 MS64 11-18-2019 Stack's Bowers

Description

This silver restrike of the William Washington at Cowpens medal (Betts-594) was produced at the Paris Mint during the 1880-98 restrike period, identified by its cornucopia edge mark. This is the silver version of the late Paris Mint restrike, complementing the bronze version (PCGS #676523) from the same period. The Comitia Americana medal honoring William Washington's cavalry action at Cowpens remains one of the most dramatic designs in the Revolutionary War medal series, with the reverse depicting the moment Washington galloped to rescue a wounded American officer during the battle. The dissemination of commemorative medals through diplomatic channels, military distribution, and commercial sale created a network of information about New World events that complemented printed news and official correspondence. The cornucopia edge and silver composition together identify this as a premium restrike from the final period of Paris Mint reproductions.

Rarity Notes

Paris Mint silver restrike, 1880-98 period. Cornucopia edge mark. Silver version is scarcer than bronze. Rare.

Cross References

Betts-594; William Washington at Cowpens; Comitia Americana; cornucopia edge