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This letter informs Mr. Medill that the chosen artist, W. Chapman, is in Europe, and recommends C. C. Wright to take the portrait of President Zachary Taylor for the die of the Indian Peace Medal.
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Letter from R. M. Patterson, Director of the Mint to W. Medill
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Letter from R. M. Patterson, Director of the Mint to W. Medill
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This letter informs Mr. Medill that the chosen artist, W. Chapman, is in Europe, and recommends C. C. Wright to take the portrait of President Zachary Taylor for the die of the Indian Peace Medal.
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Records of the U.S. Mint
Papers and Correspondence
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