Indian Peace Medals
Undated (circa 1776-1814) George III Indian Peace Medal. Struck Solid Silver. Large Size. Adams 7.3. (Obverse 3, Reverse B). Extremely Fine.
76.6 mm. 1424.4 grains. Original ornamental hanger, though bent nearly flat. Unsigned dies. Obv: youthful armored bust of George III, right, with seven rivets above the sash; Rev: the royal arms and supporters. A very attractive example of this variety with considerable sharpness and eye appeal. The surfaces have toned beautifully to deep brownish gray with generous iridescent accents and glittering reflectivity in the fields. Upon close inspection it becomes clear that this medal served as intended, with many light nicks and abrasions. The thin rims seem to have taken the brunt of any abuse, with light bends and waviness in several places. The flan exhibits short radial cracks above the III and beneath the truncation. None is threatening, however. Small die break across the cravat, directly below the King’s ear.
Ex Sotheby’s sale of the William Guthman Collection, December 1, 2005, lot 311; Stack’s, January 2008, lot 7134.
Estimate: $8000