(c.1807) Silver Medal J-CM-8, Sansom, American Revolution

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Description

This silver medal, cataloged as J-CM-8, is the circa 1807 Sansom version of the American Revolution medal. Joseph Sansom's design for the Revolution medal was one of the most important early American medallic productions, and this silver version dating to approximately 1807 represents a striking from the early period of the U.S. Mint's medallic production. The J-CM-8 catalog number is shared with later bronze versions (PCGS #898204), with the metallic composition and date distinguishing the variants. By 1807, the U.S. Mint had been operational for fifteen years and was producing medals alongside its regular coinage under the direction of Chief Engraver Robert Scot.

Rarity Notes

J-CM-8, silver composition, c. 1807 striking. Early U.S. Mint production. Among the earliest Mint medal productions.

Cross References

PCGS #546095; Julian CM-8; Sansom American Revolution Medal, Silver; c. 1807