John Brown Kansas Medal. Proof DCAM Sterling Silver 24K Gold. Rare FM

  

Offered here is a rare premium-metal Franklin Mint first edition proof medal commemorating John Brown's 1856 raid on proslavery settlements in Osawatomie, Kansas, a defining moment in the "Bleeding Kansas" conflict. This is the 24k gold-finished sterling silver edition - a scarce, high-quality variant produced in far smaller quantities than the common bronze issue.

This example displays true proof characteristics, including deep cameo (DCAM) contrast with frosted devices and sharply mirrored fields. The obverse features John Brown leading armed men into battle, while the reverse marks the historical date and location. The medal includes its original Franklin Mint Certificate of Authenticity, confirming it as a 24k gold on solid sterling silver first edition proof, and comes with its original commemorative cover, postmarked Osawatomie, KS - May 24, 1975.

The medal is now stored in an archival-safe, non-plasticized, PVC-free clear flip. Photos are of the exact medal you will receive. Franklin Mint - History of the American West Series.

Theme: John Brown raids Kansas slave settlements - May 24, 1856. Finish: Deep Cameo (DCAM) - frosted devices, mirrored fields.

Documentation: Includes Certificate of Authenticity and commemorative cover. Postmark: Osawatomie, KS - May 24, 1975.

Condition: Strong proof surfaces with excellent cameo contrast. Packaging: Stored in a non-plasticized, archival-safe flip. Why This Version Is Rare. The bronze version is mass-produced and widely cataloged. This precious-metal proof edition was.

Produced in much smaller quantities. Offered only to premium subscribers. Not cataloged in standard Franklin Mint references. Frequently melted during silver spikes in the late 1970s.

Makes this a significantly more desirable and far scarcer collector piece. Original sealed-film photo with COA - authenticity anchor. Axial-lit obverse - shows DCAM contrast and gold finish. Axial-lit reverse - highlights proof surfaces. Commemorative cover with postmark and stamp. All photos are of the exact medal you will receive. However, this medal's value extends well beyond melt due to its.