Lot 39
[Washington, George] -- 1793 Oval Indian Peace Medal. Hand made from silver, 3 5/8 (including loop) x 2 3/8 in x 1/8". Engraved on obverse: GEORGE WASHINTON PRESIDENT 1793. President Washington shares a peace pipe with an Indian chief. The President wears a uniform and reaches out with his right hand for the peace pipe; a farm is visible behind him. The Indian stands in front of pine and oak trees wearing a breechcloth, a peace medal, and five feathers. A tomahawk has dropped from his right hand and he holds a peace pipe with his left hand. On the reverse the eagle holds a banner in its beak with "E Pulribus Unum; in one talon it holds an olive branch and in the other a bundle of arrows. Age and oxidation to the metal. Medal suspended from an Indian necklace. NOTE: Probably a 19th century early 20th century re-issue. This is not being offered as an original strike. Estimate Value $500 - UP
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