1891 IL HK-759 U.S. GRANT MONUMENT SC$1 NGC MS 64 DPL

CVC & Collectables presents the 1891 IL HK-759 U.S. Grant Monument So-Called Dollar, certified by NGC in brilliant MS 64 DPL (Deep Prooflike). Struck to commemorate the unveiling of the Ulysses S. Grant Monument in Lincoln Park, Chicago, this historic silver-plated medal features a highly detailed equestrian portrait of General Grant and exceptional reflectivity indicative of the DPL designation.

Medal Highlights:

• Event: Unveiling of the Grant Monument
• Location: Lincoln Park, Chicago
• Date: October 7, 1891
• Composition: Silver-plated white metal
• Diameter: 38 mm
• Catalog Reference: HK-759 (So-Called Dollar Series)
• Grade: NGC MS 64 DPL
• Obverse Design: Equestrian statue of Grant facing left with “U.S. GRANT MONUMENT” legend
• Reverse Design: Circular text commemorating the unveiling with “LINCOLN PARK CHICAGO OCTOBER 7, 1891 ERECTED BY THE CITIZENS OF CHICAGO”

Historical Significance:

Issued at the height of Civil War commemoration efforts, this medal honors the dedication of the U.S. Grant equestrian statue, a monumental achievement in late 19th-century American sculpture and a symbol of national gratitude. The obverse statue design captures the dignity and legacy of Grant’s military command.

Collectibility:

So-called dollars like HK-759 remain a niche but vibrant area of exonumia collecting. This example’s deep prooflike fields, sharp relief, and high-grade preservation make it a standout. With increasing demand for Civil War-era and Grant-related memorabilia, especially in high grades, this piece offers both historic and aesthetic appeal. Find more alike here!