Captain John Paul Jones Medals Token 38mm Pewter Medal

​The Captain John Paul Jones Medal Token is a 38mm pewter medal issued by the United States Mint in 1973 as part of the “America’s First Medals” series, which honors distinguished figures from the American Revolutionary War. ​

Key Features:

• Material: Pewter​

• Diameter: 38 mm​

• Weight: 20.7 grams​

• Mint: United States Mint​

• Series: America’s First Medals​

• Historical Significance: Commemorates Captain John Paul Jones’s naval victory during the Battle of Flamborough Head on September 23, 1779​

Design Details:

• Obverse: Features a right-facing bust of Captain John Paul Jones in naval uniform, encircled by the inscription “JOANNI PAVLO JONES CLASSEIS PRAEFECTO. COMITIA AMERICANA,” which translates to “To John Paul Jones, Commander of the Fleet, the American Congress.”​

• Reverse: Depicts the naval battle scene where Jones’s ship, the Bonhomme Richard, captures the British HMS Serapis, accompanied by the Latin inscription “HOSTIUM NAVIBUS CAPTIS AUT FUGATIS AD ORAM SCOTIAE XXIII SEPT M DCCLXXVIIII,” meaning “The enemy’s ships captured or put to flight off the coast of Scotland, September 23, 1779.”​

Mintage and Availability:

While the exact mintage quantity of this pewter reproduction is not specified, its Numista rarity index is 79, indicating it is relatively scarce among collectors. Occasionally, these medals appear in online marketplaces, reflecting their limited availability and collectible nature. ​

Collector’s Note:

This medal serves as a tangible tribute to Captain John Paul Jones’s significant contributions during the Revolutionary War, offering enthusiasts a connection to a pivotal moment in naval history.​