1762 Peace of Europe Medal. Betts-442, Eimer-702. Silver. Specimen-61 (PCGS).

1762 Peace of Europe Medal. Betts-442, Eimer-702. Silver. Specimen-61 (PCGS). 45.0 mm. Generally brilliant silver surfaces, but with subtle iridescent toning hugging the design elements on both sides. Nicely lustrous, hairlined on both sides, sharp and attractive. Struck from dies by Johann Georg Holtzhey to mark the resumption of European commerce after the end of hostilities on the Continent. The iconic native princess representing America lifts Fame to place an emblem of peace atop the stand of arms on the obverse. This medal is only seen in silver, usually in this kind of quality. Provenance: From Heritage's sale of the John W. Adams Collection of French and Indian War Medals, January 2012 FUN Signature Auction, lot 3930; Heritage's sale of the Costa Family Collection, Part III, May 2026 Certified American Tokens & Medals Showcase Auction, lot 53045. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.

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