Washingtoniana
Circa 1849 Birth Centennial Medal by C.C. Wright. Second Reverse. Wright and Bale mark partly effaced from die. Musante GW-128, Baker-75A. Bronze. Plain edge. SP-63 BN (PCGS).
45.1 mm. 745,8 grains. Attractive light olive, chestnut and chocolate brown blended across both surfaces. Glossy, sharp and very pleasing overall. A few tiny flecks of deeper patina are noted and similar speckling outlines the obverse device. A couple of small oxidation spots are also noted, but none is severe or overly distracting. Struck from the original die in its later state, with the Wright and Bale signature largely effaced. The reverse is a replacement die with more refined wreath style. When encountered, examples from these dies are generally in white metal, and normally not terribly pristine. Bronzes are certainly a step up and this one is likely to be found quite satisfying.
PCGS# 654970.
From the E Pluribus Unum Collection.
Estimate: $500