James Fairlie Cooper

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. 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.