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.
Subject
WHC391
Type
O2
Identifier
WHC391
Coverage
Weehawken, NJ [40.7663711,-74.02537149999999]
Tag
Hamilton - Burr Duel
Rights
This digital image may be used for educational or scholarly purposes without restriction. Commercial and other uses of the item are prohibited without prior written permission from the Weehawken Historical Commission.
