America, medal by Augustin Dupré (1748-1833), LIBERTAS AMERICANA, struck bronze, 48 mm. Commissioned by Benjamin Franklin in 1782 to commemorate the American victories at Saratoga (1777) and Yorktown (1781).
Maker: Dupré, Augustin
America, medal by Augustin Dupré (1748-1833), LIBERTAS AMERICANA, struck bronze, 48 mm. Commissioned by Benjamin Franklin in 1782 to commemorate the American victories at Saratoga (1777) and Yorktown (1781).
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Given (2001-03-05) by Buttrey, T. V., Prof.
Production date: AD 1781
Object composed of bronze
Accession number: CM.114-2001
Primary reference Number: 264012
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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