Andrew Jackson. 1767-1845. Æ Medal (65.5mm, 104.14 g, 12h). Congressional Medal for the Battle of New Orleans. By Moritz Furst. Dated 1815 (but struck circa 1824 or later). EF.Electronic Auction 542 United States Medals, Bronze Sold For $ 700. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Andrew Jackson. 1767-1845. Æ Medal (65.5mm, 104.14 g, 12h). Congressional Medal for the Battle of New Orleans. By Moritz Furst. Dated 1815 (but struck circa 1824 or later). MAJOR GENERAL ANDREW JACKSON, uniformed bust right; FURST. F. below bust / RESOLUTION OF CONGRESS FEBRUARY 27. 1815, Fame seated left inscribing ORLEANS on tablet; behind, Peace staying Fame’s hand; BATTLE OF NEW – ORLEANS/JANUARY 8. 1815./ FURST. F. in three lines in exergue. Julian-MI-15b. Brown surfaces, a few light marks. EF. |