1883 Sons of the American Revolution Badge. Musante GW-1007, Baker-CA678. Gold and Gilt Brass. Choice Uncirculated. Medallion: 44 mm x 30 mm. with eagle; Overall: approximately 75 mm x 39 mm. Boldly lustrous golden central medallion. The gold and enameled frame is in superb condition, with no signs of damage or losses to the enameling. The original pin bar is still connected via the original blue and gold ribbon and the ribbon is especially crisp and fresh. Though unmarked as to karat, the Rulau-Fuld reference states these to be 14kt. Engraved "3364" on the back of one of the eagles wings, indicating the members number. These were probably issued for the December 4, 1883 event held at Fraunces Tavern in commemoration of Washingtons farewell to his officers held there a century before. From the Kessler Collection of Washingtonia.
