 1850 Maryland Institute for the Promotion of the Mechanical Arts Medal. J.AM.31. Silver. 51.1 mm. 1,037.5 gns. By Edward Stabler. Gem Uncirculated. A gorgeously toned specimen with deeply reflective fields. Awarded to Obediah Hussey on Halloween, October 31, 1850. The obverse shows Justice standing amidst symbols of commerce and industry. The reverse has a wreath around a space for the award inscription. Hussey (1792-1860) obtained a patent for a reaping machine as early as 1833. The early promise of his invention was ruined by competitor McCormick's sharp competitive practice and Hussey sold out in 1858. He died two years later. He seems to have won this medal for his reaper.
Ex New Netherlands Coin Company on January 23, 1963.
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