Thomas James Ferrell

Thomas James Ferrell (September 28, 1939 – May 27, 2020) was an American engraver and medalist best known for his work for The Franklin Mint.

Biography Ferrell was born on September 28, 1939, in Clayton, New Jersey, and graduated as part of the class of 1959 from Clayton High School, where he played baseball and football, and was recognized for his art work.

In 1969, Ferrell began working for The Franklin Mint as a medalist. In August 1989, he was appointed to the engraving department of the United States Mint. While there, he engraved the Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky and Vermont quarters, as well as many commemorative coins, including the reverse of the Korean War Memorial silver dollar and both sides of the Thomas Jefferson 250th Anniversary silver dollar.

In 2002, the American Numismatic Association awarded Ferrell the Numismatic Art Award for Excellence in Medallic Sculpture.

He died in his sleep on May 27, 2020, aged 80.