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Superb Quality Silver New York Officer's Mexican War Veteran's Medal, ca. 1840s. ... (Total: 2 Items)

Lot: 72095, Auction: 2008 June Signature Civil War Auction #6002

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Ended: Jun 28, 2008
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Superb Quality Silver New York Officer's Mexican War Veteran's Medal, ca. 1840s. 3/8" x 1 9/16" top bar with T-bar pinback, "New York Associated Mexican War Veterans". Red, white, and blue suspension ribbon, somewhat faded and frayed but intact. The 1 5/8" x 1 9/16" shield shaped medal exhibits superior quality die work including a ship, stand of arms, cannon and central wreath with Mexico and 1846, and Mexican War battles around the border. Also included is a silver ¾" version of the medal for use in the lapel with stud back. Fraying to the ribbon as noted, the silver in perfect untouched condition. Quite rare and somewhat earlier than the previously listed brass navy specimen.

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