1799 (ca. 1800) Westwood Medal. First Reverse. Fire-Gilt Bronze. 40.9 mm. Musante GW-82; Baker-81A. MS-63 (PCGS).Coin alignment. A beautiful specimen of this desirable medal. The lustrous and reflective rich yellow fire gilt surfaces give every appearance of being solid gold. The detail is exceptional and unworn. Strike doubling visible on both sides, more dramatically on the reverse. A few very minor contact marks, no other flaws of note. A real prize for advanced Washingtoniana enthusiasts, and sure to garner considerable bidder interest.
