No Date Medal James Polk Type 1

Coin Details

Description

This undated bronze medal of James K. Polk represents the Type 1 version of his standard presidential medal in the 34mm collector format. The obverse features a bust of the eleventh president, while the reverse carries the Peace and Friendship design consistent with the broader presidential medal series. Polk's historical reputation has grown substantially since his presidency. Often overlooked among the pre-Civil War presidents, historians now regularly rank him among the most effective chief executives for his remarkable ability to set ambitious goals and achieve every one of them within a single term. His disciplined work ethic and focused agenda-setting stand as models of presidential effectiveness. The Type 1 designation distinguishes this die combination from the Type 2 variant, reflecting the standard cataloging practice for identifying die differences within the presidential medal series. These distinctions are meaningful to specialists who study the evolution of Mint medal production across different striking periods. As a 34mm bronze piece designed for collector sets, this medal makes Polk's representation in the presidential series accessible to enthusiasts building complete collections. The undated format follows the standard convention for Mint presidential medals.

Rarity Notes

Common. Standard Mint production for public sale. Readily available on the secondary market.

Cross References

Julian PR-9 / IP-24 (original design references); Type 2: PCGS #413506; PCGS #511083