1971 Medal Alexander Hamilton Matte Silver 44mm Medallic Art Co. NY

Coin Details

Description

This 44mm matte silver medal produced in 1971 by Medallic Art Company of New York depicts Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury and one of the most consequential figures in American economic and political history. Hamilton established the financial foundations of the United States government, creating the national bank, the federal revenue system, and the institutions of public credit that enabled the young republic to function as a sovereign nation. His portrait has appeared on the ten-dollar bill since 1928. The matte silver finish provides the soft, sculptural surface quality that Medallic Art Company used for its finest portrait medals, allowing the viewer to appreciate the modeling of Hamilton's features through subtle light and shadow rather than high-gloss reflectivity. The 44mm diameter is well suited to a portrait medal, providing sufficient space for a detailed likeness while remaining a practical size for cabinet collections. Hamilton's recent surge in popular awareness through the Broadway musical has brought renewed attention to his extraordinary life and legacy, though this 1971 medal predates that cultural phenomenon by over four decades.

Rarity Notes

Matte silver, 44mm. Medallic Art Co. NY. Alexander Hamilton portrait medal. Premium matte finish. Hamilton medals have gained renewed collector interest.

Cross References

PCGS #823457