1789 (pre-1842) Avenger of Liberty in Two Worlds Medal. Original. Fuld LA.1790.4, Olivier-7. Silver. Plain Edge. Extremely Fine, Rim Nicks.42 mm. 32.2 grams. This is a handsome piece with richly original pewter gray patina to both sides. Boldly defined overall and, while there are no individually mentionable surfaces marks, several tiny nicks and bruises around the rims on both sides are noted. An original striking with plain edge, coined prior to 1842. Olivier points out that this medal appears in the historical record with a mention in the Journal de Paris Supplement of May 8, 1790. It was engraved by Benjamin DuVivier, who also accomplished several of the medals in the Comitia Americana series. While bronze examples arent too terribly rare, plain edge silver examples such as this are extremely elusive. The notable Patriot Collection, sold in our (Stacks) September 2010 Americana Sale, included two silver strikings, one produced after 1880 and another engraved on the edge as a wedding commemorative in July 1790. The latter pieces rarity as an early original was underappreciated at the time.Paul L. Koppenhaver envelope with attribution notation included.
