1863 (ca. 1865) Major General Ulysses. S. Grant Medal. By Anthony C. Paquet. Julian MI-29. Bronze. MS-64 BN (NGC).102 mm. Rich mahogany-brown patina blankets satiny, semi-reflective surfaces. Both sides are fully struck; the obverse has a few minor carbon specks that serve to limit the grade, but hardly affect the eye appeal. Awarded by Resolution of Congress, December 17, 1863, for the capture of Vicksburg. This is one of the largest medals struck by the Philadelphia Mint. Today the site of the battle is a vast national park with motor tours and a park headquarters with exhibits - well worth visiting.Sold by the Yale University Art Gallery for the benefit of acquisition funds of the Numismatic Collection.
