© ken6528
© ken6528
Token - Washington and Independence Restrike ND
| Copper | 6.2 g | 27.8 mm |
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Medals › Advertising medallions |
| Years | 1820-1848 |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.2 g |
| Diameter | 27.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-13 |
| Numista | N#158696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES
E.S.
Engraver: Edward Savage
Edge
Plain
Comment
Bust used for this series was originally produced and used for the Wellington peninsular tokens.
There are several varieties but most are determined from die cracks. The major variety difference is the Large and Small bust.
https://coins.nd.edu/colcoin/colcoinintros/WashMILITARY.intro.html
Variety 1
Small bust, bust does not extend over the W in WASHINGTON
Variety 2 (Pictured above)
Large Bust, bust extends over the W in WASHINTON.
