September 15, 16, & 17, 2026 Firearms & Militaria
The live portion of this session begins on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Lot #2035:
AFTER A GEORGE WASHINGTON PEACE MEDAL, DATED 1789.
During George Washington's presidency, several styles of these medals were created and given to Native leaders. Native Peace medals were produced by the United States government and given to Native leaders in the course of the nation’s negotiations with the multitude of tribes that owned the land coveted by the national and state governments. Raised rim on both sides. Touch marked "JW" beneath the date. Obverse illustrates Lady Columbia at right, standing, sharing a peace calumet, and having just given it to a Native Chief at the left, who is dropping a tomahawk. Inscribed "G. WASHINGTON / PRESIDENT" at top and dated "1789" below. Reverse illustrates the seal of the United States of America featuring a spread-winged eagle with a shield on its breast, and holding an olive branch and a bundle of arrows. Inscribed "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" with a constellation of 13 stars in a random pattern surrounding the eagle's head. Rays of light are breaking through a cloud above. Loop at top for suspension. Measures approximately 82mm wide, 103.3mm tall (omitting loop), and 3.55mm thick. Pleasing patina throughout. CONDITION: Good.
Item Dimensions: 4" X 3"