Dutch Bronze Medal Honoring Jacobus Josephus Putman (1812–1883) – J.P.M. Menger
A substantial and historically interesting Dutch bronze medal honoring Jacobus Josephus Putman (1812–1883), a Dutch-trained missionary and educator whose career was closely associated with the religious and educational development of Curaçao.
The medal was engraved by noted Dutch medalist J.P.M. Menger, whose work is represented in numerous important collections of Dutch medals. This impressive commemorative piece combines historical significance with the refined craftsmanship characteristic of 19th-century Dutch medallic art.
Putman played an important role in the early history of Curaçao, particularly through his work in religious instruction and education. A medal commemorating his life and contributions provides a fascinating connection to the history of the Netherlands, Curaçao, missionary activity, and education in the Caribbean.
The medal is an uncirculated bronze example, with an impressive diameter of over two inches. Its substantial size and historical subject make it an especially appealing piece for collectors of Dutch medals, Curaçao history, missionary history, educational history, and 19th-century European exonumia.
Specifications:
- Subject: Jacobus Josephus Putman (1812–1883)
- Medalist: J.P.M. Menger
- Country of Origin: Netherlands
- Metal: Bronze
- Condition: Uncirculated
- Diameter: 2.122 inches
- Weight: 2.385 ounces
- Type: Commemorative / Historical Medal
A remarkable and distinctive piece of Dutch medallic history honoring a significant figure in the religious and educational history of Curaçao. Its large format, attractive bronze composition, and connection to an important Dutch-Caribbean historical figure make it a wonderful addition to a specialized medal or historical collection.
