| Heritage World Coin Auctions > Showcase Auction 61366 | Auction date: 26 March 2024 |
| Lot number: 23219 Price realized: 1,400 USD (Approx. 1,292 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: Netherlands "Frisian Recognition of US Independence" silver Specimen Medal 1782 SP62 PCGS, Betts-602. 44mm. By Barend Christiaan van Calker. Frisia was the first European state to recognize the government of the fledgling States United in North America. The attractive obverse design includes three standing figures. A Frisian in ancient armor appears at center and is grasping the hand of the Indian maiden, symbolizing America, to his right. Below the maiden's feet are the links from a broken chain and she is depicted trampling on a scepter. The warrior's back is turned to a female figure representing Great Britain. An angel flies above the figures, presenting the free hat of the Netherlands to America. The reverse includes a small shield being held by a hand at the top and Dutch text below. Ex. Heritage Auction #61296 (November 2022, Lot 22175) https://coins.ha.com/itm/netherlands/netherlands-frisian-recognition-of-us-independence-silver-specimen-medal-1782-sp62-pcgs-/a/61366-23219.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-61366-03262024 HID02906262019 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved |  |
