Holland-America Commercial Treaty Medal, 1782.
Silver, 45.2mm, 28.37 grams. By Johan G. Holtzhey. Betts 604. Obv. Winged Fame on cloud holds Dutch and American shields, FAVSTISSIMO FOEDERE JUNCTAE, United by most Auspicious Treaty. Rev. Commerce god Mercury crowns Amsterdam Arms on obelisk, JUSTITIAM ET NON TEMNERE DIVOS, Love Justice, Despise not the Gods. Exergue S.P.Q.AMST. / SACRVM., Sworn by the Senate and People of Amsterdam. Splendid prooflike reflective fields show a flavor of gold. Brilliant Uncirculated.
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