Washington Before Boston medal. Fifth Paris Mint issue ( 20th century). First Issued Obverse (In Repaired State) / Third Issued Reverse (In Repaired State). Musante GW-09-P4, Baker-48H. Cornucopia and BRONZE on edge. Bronze. About Uncirculated.<p>68.7 mm, 2184.4 grains. Medium golden brown with slightly lighter tones on the reliefs. The latest state seen here of this Paris Mint issue, with the die breaks now connecting H, O and S of HOSTIBUS to the rim. Fine satin texture that appears to have been applied post-striking, perhaps byway of fine sandblasting, as made.<p>From the Collection of Marc McDonald. Earlier ex eBay, July2009, from an unrecorded seller.<p>