1/2 PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT CIRCA 1850s and WINFIELD SCOTT MILITARY MEDAL FOR CONDUCT DURING MEXICAN WAR 1847-1848.

1/2 PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT CIRCA 1850s and WINFIELD SCOTT MILITARY MEDAL FOR CONDUCT DURING MEXICAN WAR 1847-1848. This is an extremely rare photograph of General Winfield Scott taken in early1851, of which only a few similar photos( that were taken at this sitting) are known to exist. This Daguerreotype is a head-and-shoulders portrait revealing a somber Winfield Scott at age 65, dressed in civilian formal attire. Winfield Scott (June 13,1786-May 29 1866), also known as “Old Fuss and Feathers” and affectionately “Grand Old Man of the Army”, holds the record for having served as an active duty general for longer than any other man in American History. During his fifty-year career of serving our country, he commanded forces in the War of 1812, the Mexican American War, the Black Hawk War, the Second Seminole War, and a brief stint in the American Civil War, which he is accredited for the conception of the “Anaconda Plan” which was the Union’s strategy for winning the war. After the victory of the Mexican-American war, he served as military governor of Mexico City. Scott was promoted to Brevet Lieutenant General in 1852 becoming the first American since George Washington to have been honored with this rank and title. Not only was Scott a United States General and diplomat he was a presidential candidate as well. In 1852 the Whig Party nominated him as their candidate rather than their own incumbent and President of the United States, Millard Fillmore. Scott lost the election to Franklin Pierce. The dedication and loyalty of Winfield Scott as a military leader, and his contributions to American History will forever be remembered. Paper seal has been broken. This early daguerreotype photograph is housed in leather covered wooden case with brass frame. This beautiful high relief bronze military medal was originally issued by the congress as a Mexican War conduct medal. Scott personally accepted command of the southern expedition to Mexico. With the cooperation of the navy, he took Vera Cruz early in 1847 then began the long march to Mexico City ending in victory in 1848. On the center front of the medal is a bust of General Scott. over which is a banner with “Major General Winfield Scott” inscribed. At the base of the bust is found “Resolution of Congress/ March 9. 1848”. Engravers name, C. C.(Charles Cushing) Wright, is found on lower right of bust of Scott. The reverse of the medal displays the various, named battle fields of “Vera Cruz, Cerro Gordo, Contreras, San Antonio and Churubusco, Molino del Rey, Chapultepee.” with “City of Mexico” in the center. SIZE: Photograph approximately 4-1/4”x 6-1/2”, case 4-3/4” x 6”. Approximate diameter of medal is 89mm,&9 mm thick, weighs 379grams. CONDITION: Dag has small clear spots on back. Leather case is separated, and repaired and shows very light wear. Medal is excellent, with great even chocolate patina. 4-35457 RMJ2 (20,000-30,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2490	$12,650.00	1/2 PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT CIRCA 1850s and WINFIELD SCOTT MILITARY MEDAL FOR CONDUCT DURING MEXICAN WAR 1847-1848. This is an extremely rare photograph of General Winfield Scott taken in early1851, of which only a few similar photos( that were taken at this sitting) are known to exist. This Daguerreotype is a head-and-shoulders portrait revealing a somber Winfield Scott at age 65, dressed in civilian formal attire. Winfield Scott (June 13,1786-May 29 1866), also known as “Old Fuss and Feathers” and affectionately “Grand Old Man of the Army”, holds the record for having served as an active duty general for longer than any other man in American History. During his fifty-year career of serving our country, he commanded forces in the War of 1812, the Mexican American War, the Black Hawk War, the Second Seminole War, and a brief stint in the American Civil War, which he is accredited for the conception of the “Anaconda Plan” which was the Union’s strategy for winning the war. After the victory of the Mexican-American war, he served as military governor of Mexico City. Scott was promoted to Brevet Lieutenant General in 1852 becoming the first American since George Washington to have been honored with this rank and title. Not only was Scott a United States General and diplomat he was a presidential candidate as well. In 1852 the Whig Party nominated him as their candidate rather than their own incumbent and President of the United States, Millard Fillmore. Scott lost the election to Franklin Pierce. The dedication and loyalty of Winfield Scott as a military leader, and his contributions to American History will forever be remembered. Paper seal has been broken. This early daguerreotype photograph is housed in leather covered wooden case with brass frame. This beautiful high relief bronze military medal was originally issued by the congress as a Mexican War conduct medal. Scott personally accepted command of the southern expedition to Mexico. With the cooperation of the navy, he took Vera Cruz early in 1847 then began the long march to Mexico City ending in victory in 1848. On the center front of the medal is a bust of General Scott. over which is a banner with “Major General Winfield Scott” inscribed. At the base of the bust is found “Resolution of Congress/ March 9. 1848”. Engravers name, C. C.(Charles Cushing) Wright, is found on lower right of bust of Scott. The reverse of the medal displays the various, named battle fields of “Vera Cruz, Cerro Gordo, Contreras, San Antonio and Churubusco, Molino del Rey, Chapultepee.” with “City of Mexico” in the center. SIZE: Photograph approximately 4-1/4”x 6-1/2”, case 4-3/4” x 6”. Approximate diameter of medal is 89mm,&9 mm thick, weighs 379grams. CONDITION: Dag has small clear spots on back. Leather case is separated, and repaired and shows very light wear. Medal is excellent, with great even chocolate patina. 4-35457 RMJ2 (20,000-30,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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