James Fairlie Cooper
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James Fairlie Cooper was the third superintendent of the Dahlonega Mint.[1]
He was a graduate of West Point. He became the third superintendent of the Dahlonega Mint in 1843 and remained in the position until 1849.[1]
Forty-four percent of the mint's coinage was struck during his tenure.[1]
| Preceded by Paul Rossignol |
Superintendent of the Dahlonega Mint 1843–1849[1] |
Succeeded by Anderson Redding |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Lester, Carl N. "An Illustrated History of the Georgia Gold Rush and the United States Branch Mint at Dahlonega, Georgia". Gold Rush Gallery Inc. Retrieved January 2, 2014.
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