Description: "1832" (ca. 1858) Civic Procession Medal. Second Restrike. Musante GW-130-R2, Baker-160F. White Metal. MS-62 (NGC).32 mm This medal was issued to commemorate the centennial celebration of George Washington's birth. 1832 - For the 100th anniversary of Washington's birth, the famed orator Daniel Webster declared that, "A hundred years hence, other disciples of Washington will celebrate his birth, with no less of sincere admiration than we now commemorate it."1857 - February 22 was designated a state holiday in Massachusetts. 1880 - George Washington's Birthday was first observed as a Federal holiday.1932 - The George Washington Bicentennial Commission was formed to coordinate almost five million events in 81 countries. One event was the deeding of Washington's Birthplace to the National Park Service.
Price: 225 USD
Location: Tampa, Florida
End Time: 2024-02-27T21:31:52.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
Type: Medal
Composition: White Metal
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
