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December 8, 1845
Alexandria Gazette
Alexandria, Alexandria County, District Of Columbia
What is this article about?
Philadelphia artist Mr. Allen Leonard crafts a superior die for a French coin depicting the king's head, praised for its delicate execution and clarity surpassing the original French coin.
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SPLENDID SPECIMEN OF DIE SINKING.—We have been shown a coin with the head of the present French King upon it—the impression from a die sunk at the request of the government, by Mr. Allen Leonard, an artist and resident of Philadelphia. The French coin is said to be the most carefully executed of any of the coins of modern nations, critically denoting all the characteristics of the object represented, and otherwise in its finish being most delicate and workman-like. In the piece which we describe this excellence is completely attained, and competent judges have no hesitation in saying that it is better done, making a clearer and better impression than even the original of which it is a copy. The present coin of the United States needs amendment in respect to proportion in the figure represented, as well as in the representation of the drapery, delicate lines and accessories. This can only be brought about by the employment of the highest order of talent and taste.—Pennsylvanian.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
Prodigy
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Die Sinking
Coin Die
French Coin
Philadelphia Artist
Artistic Excellence
What entities or persons were involved?
Mr. Allen Leonard
French King
Where did it happen?
Philadelphia
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Key Persons
Mr. Allen Leonard
French King
Location
Philadelphia
Story Details
Mr. Allen Leonard, a Philadelphia artist, creates a die for a French coin at the government's request, resulting in a specimen superior to the original in detail and impression quality.