Libertas Americana
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The Libertas Americana was a medal made to commemorate the American Revolution. It was designed in part by Benjamin Franklin.[1]
History
The medal was originally conceived by Benjamin Franklin after being asked to create a monument in honor of the Siege of Yorktown. Franklin outlined his idea in a letter to Robert Livingston on 4 March 1782.[2] The reverse design was further developed by Esprit-Antoine Gibelin and Augustin Dupré.[3]
Design
The obverse of the medal features the goddess Liberty. Beside her is a pole adorned with a cap. The reverse features the infant Hercules representing the United States being attacked by a lion representing the United Kingdom. The infant is being protected by Athena who represents France.[3]
References
- ^ "Colonials : Libertas Americana Medals". PCGS CoinFacts. Retrieved October 17, 2018.
According to the historical record, the brainchild for the medal and its designs was none other than Benjamin Franklin.
- ^ "NUMISMATICS". Retrieved October 17, 2018.
- ^ a b "Libertas Americana". Retrieved October 17, 2018.
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