1866 Major General George G. Meade. Bronze. 81 mm. By Anthony C. Paquet. Julian PE-20. Mint State.Nearly in the Choice category, both sides are sharply defined with subtle pale gold undertones to dominant reddish-copper patina. A few wispy handling marks and several faint spots are not readily evident at all viewing angles. Awarded by the Union League of Philadelphia during the summer of 1866, this medal may have been produced to support General Meade in the controversy that was raging at the time over the commitment of General Daniel Sickles Union troops at the Battle of Gettysburg. During July and August of that year the Philadelphia Mint produced 100 additional bronze examples, after which the dies were returned to the Union League. The present example is accompanied by the original felt-lined box, the lid detached from the base and the edges frayed with some of the outer covering lost. (Total: 2 items)From the Rosie Collection. Earlier from our Beasley and Fairmont Collections sale, June 2018, lot 1007. Lot tag included.