Undated (ca. 1863) New York Statue / First Obverse Medal. Copper. 29 mm. Musante GW-518, Baker-318. MS-64 BN (PCGS).A handsome piece that combines a warmly patinated, golden-copper reverse with an obverse that retains much of the original pinkish-apricot color. Both sides are sharply struck with smooth Choice quality. Dies by George Hampden Lovett, the reverse featuring a view of Henry Kirke Browns equestrian statue in New York.From the Ralph A. Edson Collection.
