(c.1860) Bronze Medal J-NA-2, Cpt. Thomas Truxtun Restrike, Original Dies

Coin Details

Description

The circa 1860 bronze restrike of the naval medal cataloged as Julian NA-2 honors Captain Thomas Truxtun, struck from the original dies. The designation "Restrike, Original Dies" indicates this medal was produced using the same dies that struck the earliest examples, but at a later date — circa 1860 — distinguishing it from restrikes produced using replacement or re-engraved dies. The obverse features Truxtun's naval portrait from the original dies. The reverse carries commemorative imagery of his Quasi-War victories. The ability to identify original versus replacement dies is an important skill in medal collecting, as original-die strikes typically exhibit sharper detail and specific die characteristics. Truxtun's contribution to the early Navy extended beyond his combat victories. He wrote the first signal book for the American Navy, establishing communication protocols between vessels that remained in use for decades. His insistence on rigorous training and discipline aboard the Constellation set standards that influenced American naval culture throughout the Age of Sail.

Rarity Notes

Restrike from original dies circa 1860. Distinguished from later restrikes by die characteristics. Moderately scarce.

Cross References

Julian NA-2; PCGS #970267