1883 Evacuation of New York Medal. Musante GW-1002, Baker-459. Copper. MS-65 BN (NGC).

45 mm. A lovely specimen of this medal, notable for the unusually high relief of Washington's bust. Richly toned in a blend of mahogany and autumn-brown, the surfaces have the appearance of bronze (Baker-459A), although the NGC insert identifies this piece as copper (Baker-459). Fully struck with razor sharp detail, both sides are also noteworthy for the smooth, satin to semi-prooflike luster that they possess. Close inspection reveals that the portrait was not finely finished. It looks to be tooled, but these marks were clearly in the die as they are repeated on the other specimens that we hand handled, both in copper and white metal.

Ex R. Jesinger Collection. Earlier ex Salvatore Falcone Collection.

Estimate: $ 1000