1759 (1965) Pattern Martha Washington Dime-Size Medal. Judd-2101, Pollock-2081. Rarity-7-. Cupronickel-Copper. Reeded Edge. MS-62 (NGC).strongObv:/strong A right-facing bust of Martha Washington with the word VIRGINIA above and the fantasy date 1759 below. The inscription MARTHA WASHINGTON is present in the lower right field before the bust. strongRev:/strong Three-quarter view of the Washington family home at Mount Vernon with the inscription MOUNT VERNON below. The inscription HOME OF THE WASHINGTON FAMILY is present around the border. A satiny and brilliant example with lightly struck centers, yet bold to sharp peripheral features. As noted at the emuspatterns.com/em website: "This is the Martha Washington dime. It is believed to be the first metallurgical trials using the current cupro-nickel clad planchets. The Martha Washington obverse was designed by Edward R. Grove and the reverse is by Philip Fowler." Extant examples are believed to number 12 or more coins.
