SOLD: HK-121 1878 Wyoming Battle and Massacre Centennial SCD – White Metal

BU+

Reference HK-121
Date 1878
Grade BU+
Price $425.00
Item # 3295
Metal White Metal

Bright white with proof-like surfaces, probably originally struck as a proof. Engraved by George Morgan, and not listed in Julian’s book of U.S. Mint medals, which causes this medal to be a somewhat unknown sleeper. Obverse scene depicts massacre by Indians with tomahawks attacking settlers. Reverse features a monument. Struck in white metal.