Hamilton - Burr Duel Commemorative Coin
Title
Hamilton - Burr Duel Commemorative Coin
Subject
WHC391
Description
This coin commemorating the 1804 Duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr is of unknown origin. On the front, it depicts a dying Hamilton with Burr standing in the background, pistol in hand. The image is labeled 'Hamilton and Burr Feud Ends in Duel - July 11, 1804.' The reverse of the coin lists some key events of the year 1804, including the duel.
Type
O2
Identifier
WHC391
Coverage
Weehawken, NJ [40.7663711,-74.02537149999999]
Geolocation
Collection
Citation
“Hamilton - Burr Duel Commemorative Coin,” The Weehawken Time Machine, accessed April 25, 2024, https://weehawkentimemachine.omeka.net/items/show/2777.