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George Washington Commemorative Medal

Joseph S. and Alfred Wyon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The coin features a dark brown, circular medal with a raised edge. George Washington's profile is centered on the medal, depicted in a right-facing orientation. He is shown wearing a suit and tie. The words "GEORGE WASHINGTON" are inscribed in a semicircle above his head. There is additional text below his image but it is illegible. The medal is set against a light gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
1800–1907
Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
600 × 592 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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