Christian Gobrecht Politician

Christian Gobrecht (December 23, 1785 – July 23, 1844) was the third Chief Engraver of the United States Mint from 1840 until his death in 1844. He was responsible for designing the famous "Seated Liberty" designs, which were in turn the direct inspiration for the design of the Trade Dollar. He also designed the Gobrecht Dollar, which was struck in small quantities from 1836 to 1838 and later inspired the Flying Eagle cent.

Personal facts

Christian Gobrecht
Birth dateDecember 23, 1785
Birth place
Pennsylvania , Hanover Pennsylvania
Date of deathJuly 23, 1844
Place of death
Pennsylvania , Philadelphia

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Office holder

officeChief Engraver of the U.S. Mint
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successor
James B. Longacre

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