Washington Before Boston medal. Second Philadelphia Mint issue (ca. 1890-1910). Musante GW-09-US2, Baker-49B. Plain edge. Bronze. Choice Mint State.<p>67.8 mm, 2304.7 grains. A really lovely example of this U.S. Mint issue struck in rich chocolate brown bronze with accents of gold, pale blue and rose toning in the deeply prooflike fields. One tiny green spot is noted nestled in Washington’s hair, and there are a few light marks in the broad reverse field, but the overall quality and eye appeal are excellent. Musante reported that Robert Julian’s study of U.S. Mint records indicated that167 of these medals were struck between 1893 and 1904. This one is clearly from fresh dies in their early state, so it is probably a 19th-century product.<p>From the Collection of Marc McDonald. Earlier ex John W. Adams Collection, via John Kraljevich, circa 2013.<p>
