Why add this 1776 France 1 oz Silver Proof Libertas Americana Medal to your collection? Buy It Now. >Libertas Americana - The most famous of all American medals is the elegant Libertas Americana (''American Liberty'') medal. (1781) Medal Libertas Americana Bronze RB + 25,000 Sponsored Ads × Shop. The 1 oz. The original silver LIBERTAS AMERICANA (1783). From the medal reverse composition four drawings and one terracotta are known. Therefore, he bore the costs alone. $5,839.00. This medal with a brown patina is not that of the original strike but of an old strike, probably from the end of the 18th century, around 1797/1799. This first-ever palladium medal issued by the Monnaie de Paris (Paris Mint) is a replica of the "Libertas Americana" (Freedom for America) medals commissioned by Benjamin Franklin in 1792 to commemorate the American victories against the British in Yorktown and Saratoga. Liberty’s drawing, wearing her emblematic hat, will have a universal posterity. This first-ever palladium medal issued by the Monnaie de Paris (Paris Mint) is a replica of the "Libertas Americana" (Freedom for America) medals commissioned by Benjamin Franklin in 1792 to commemorate the American victories against the British in Yorktown and Saratoga. Benjamin Franklin commissioned the Libertas Americana (Freedom for America) following colonial victories in Yorktown and Saratoga. Franklin saw in these victories a happy omen for his young country (“The extinguishing of two entire armies in one war is what has rarely happened, and it gives a presage of the future force of our growing empire” – letter of 4 March 1782 to the Secretary of Foreign Affairs concerning his medal project). This replica 1776 France Libertas Americana Medal Proof Medal was submitted to Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) for review within twenty-four hours of release and awarded the perfect grade of Proof 70 Ultra Cameo (UC). 1782) Libertas Americana medal. One Libertas Americana was showcased on season 15 of the American reality television series Pawn Stars. Our Scarce & Unique professional staff members Additional Product Data. Dealer Listings: Right Now on eBay: Sponsored Ads. ** 46 mm. One (1) Libertas Americana medal, original strike (Comitia Americana) United States (France), 1782 Obverse Image: Bust of Liberty with flowing hair, facing left; over her shoulder she holds a pole with a Phrygian cap at the end to symbolize freedom. 1776. This a LIBERTAS AMERICANA historic 1776 medal - coin to complete any serious collection!It looks very old but i do not know anything more about it so i list it as an old reproduction!The medal is appr Reverse. The Date 4 JUIL. Top Rated Seller Top Rated Seller. As stated by C. Wyllys Betts in American Colonial History Illustrated by Contemporary Medals, published in 1894, "The Libertas Americana, the dies of which were cut by Dupré, is universally considered by far the most beautiful of all medals. Obverse Text: LIBERTAS / AMERICANA / JUIL. Original die created by Augustin Dupré. LIBERTAS AMERICANA terracotta (1782-1783) – BLERANCOURT MUSEUM. Gold $1,937.71 (+38.97) 01-04 12:33 PM EST. 1783-dated Betts-608 Ngc Vf Details France Libertas Americana Medal. The photos are meant to be an indication of the product you will receive. 1976 Libertas Americana Medal - 7.54oz Silver 78mm w/Box & COA #470Weight: 234.8 grams or 7.54ozMetal Content: .925 SilverDiameter: 78mm**Per PCGS one sold at auction for $900.00 firm Stacks Bowers. Ex Eric P. Newman. Top Rated Seller Top Rated Seller. It is the work of the famous sculptor Lorrain Clodion (1738-1814). “Medal to Commemorate the Triumph of American Independence: Device. Exceptional gold medal designed by Pierre TURIN at Auction. This 1776 France Libertas Americana 1 oz Silver Proof Medal NGC PF70 UC FR Black Core Holder is proudly minted by the Monnaie de Paris. Betts-615, Loubat-14. Augustin Dupre’s sketch, Musée des arts décoratifs de Paris. Augustin Dupré’s archives were sold by his descendants 4 years ago. While the medal celebrates American liberty, it also compliments the French and their invaluable aid to the new nation. Seven medals, struck in gold, were awarded to the senior officers. Musée de la coopération franco-américaine de Blérancourt – Philocale – Musée des arts décoratif – American Philisophical Society de Philadelphie –  Rouillac Enchères – Les arts 1918 – L’INDEPENDANCE AMERICAINE – ESPRIT-ANTOINE GIBELIN 2004 (1776) France Gold Libertas Americana Medal PR-68 DCAM PCGS Rollover to zoom. 1783-dated Betts-608 Ngc Vf Details France Libertas Americana Medal . AU-55 (NGC) More Information . Monnaie de Paris is the oldest, perpetually running mint in the world. Coin Highlights: Contains 1.88 oz of .999 fine Gold. 1776 - 1776 - 1976 Libertas Americana Medal 76mm Paris Mint Restrike Silver 77mm. .999 Fine Silver Bar Its A Boy. “1776” (1781) Libertas Americana Medal. The edge is regular smooth. SKU. On  April 6th 1783, he sent a copy of the silver to the Grand Master of Malta, Emmanuel de Rohan-Polduc, accompanied by a request for protection for his fellow citizens releasing into the ports of the island of Malta. Plain Edge. The manifestation of Benjamin Franklin’s vision of Liberty — the beautiful Libertas Americana Medal made in 1783 – struck a chord with the people and nations of the world, and ultimately became the inspiration for the Flowing Hair Liberty coinage of the First United States Mint. In France, as early as 1783, it was reproduced on the canvas of Mr. Oberkampf’s Jouy factory entitled “L’indépendance américaine” and, in 1792, it inspired Galle directly to engrave his “French freedom” for the monetary test in bell metal struck by the gathered artists of Lyon. Regarding the value of this medal, the original minting is worth around $15,000 and there are only 100 to 125 medals in bronze version. Call Now to purchase or for more information. The original terracotta of the medal is kept at the Museum of Franco-American Cooperation in Blérancourt. 1776 - 1976 Libertas Americana Medal - 8.3 Oz Silver 3" W/ Box No. 10 watchers. 1776. around. In this project, Hercules is now depicted on a shield that represents the military origin of the new nation. 1783-dated Betts-608 Ngc Vf Details France Libertas Americana Medal. Bronze. Four silver medals were awarded to subordinate officers. Paris Mint Restrike. 40 mm. This drawing incorporates some artistic changes and some will be retained for the final design. Bell Metal. Prices, facts, figures and populations deemed accurate as of the date of publication but may change significantly over time. 4 JUIL. On the reverse is represented a rich composition in which France, symbolized by a helmeted Minerva  armed with a spear, protects the British leopard, choking two snakes representing the English army in Saratoga and Yorktown. Medal of friendship birth between France and United States engraved by Augustin Dupré, “Americana Libertas” is one of the most famous medals linked to american independence. Scrap Gold Lot---10k==14k==18k And Nugget Pendant Over 40 Grams--1 Day O. – October 17th 1777 – The Battle of Saratoga, which gave to the revolutionary troops  a decisive victory over the british troops. 1776 (i.e. 4 JUIL. You May Also Be Interested … Your email address will not be published. Augustin Dupré was an engraver of French currency and medals, the 14th Graveur général des monnaies. He hoped that his initiative would be approved and even offered the possibility to modify the die, if necessary. The quality of this sketch indicates that it was a working drawing. Lady Liberty with flowing hair is featured on the obverse, beside a Phrygian cap on a pole. Bronze. 2 . 1oz. The preparatory sketches of Esprit-Antoine Gibelin. It celebrates America's Revolutionary War military victories, specifically the British surrenders at Saratoga (1777) and Yorktown (1781). Two drawings are by Gibelin, of which one entered the Washington Congress Library in 2010. Protect and display your Proof Gold Libertas Americana High relief Gem Proof coin in style by adding an attractive display or gift box to your order. Proof-68 DCAM (PCGS). answer any questions you may have about this unique coin. All rights reserved. The obverse features the flowing-hair head of Liberty with Pileus on pole, with the Latin LIBERTAS AMERICANA, 4 JUIL. Any Quantity. Required fields are marked *, A coinset for Queen’s 95th birthday and 50th anniversary of Decimalisation, 2021 €2 Portuguese Presidency of the Council of the European Union, 2020 €5 Latvia dedicated to personnal freedom, 2020 €2 from Cyprus – Cyprus institute of Neurology and Genetics, Benjamin FRANKLIN 's AMERICANA MEDAL by A. DUPRE, French American Frienship Medal engraved by DUPRE, REBECCA MORGAN, Royal Mint’s spearhead of B to C numismatic services, 2020 National Treasures silver and gold medals from JAPAN – “Ginkaku-ji” temple. 4 . Monnaie de Paris is the oldest, perpetually running mint in the world. May or may not include the COA and/or box. ModernCoinMart reserves the right to decline to consummate any sale, within its discretion, including due to pricing errors. C $1,582.67. 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