CVC & Collectables proudly offers the 1858 Atlantic Telegraph Laid Medal, struck in copper by renowned engraver George H. Lovett and cataloged as Miller NY-493A. This stunning specimen, graded NGC MS 65 BN, features rich chocolate-brown luster and outstanding design clarity—representing a milestone in 19th-century communication history.
Medal Highlights:
- Issuer: George H. Lovett, New York
- Date: 1858
- Type: Historical commemorative medal
- Composition: Copper
- Catalog Reference: Miller NY-493A
- Grade: NGC MS 65 BN
- Obverse: Allegorical female figure symbolizing the conquest of the Atlantic through technology
- Reverse: Map of the transatlantic cable route connecting Europe and North America
Historical Significance:
This medal was struck to commemorate the first successful laying of the transatlantic telegraph cable in 1858—a feat that marked the dawn of near-instant global communication. Though the cable failed shortly after, the event was seen as a triumph of human ingenuity, and Lovett’s medal captured this historic optimism in masterful relief.
Collectibility:
A rare issue by one of America’s premier 19th-century medalists, this piece bridges numismatic artistry and technological history. The high gem grade adds to its desirability, making it an exceptional addition for collectors of:
- Historical American medals
- Telegraphy and scientific memorabilia
- George H. Lovett works
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