George Washington is a beloved American hero, Founding Father, and the first President of the United States of America. His tenure as President from 1789-1797 was fundamental in shaping the newly formed free nation. During his terms as President, Washington did not want his face to appear on any coins, as he did not want to be seen as a King, as he had fought so hard to create a nation free from the monarchy. After his death in 1799, the mourning public wanted to celebrate his legacy, so commemorative medals were struck and distributed.
To honor the 225th anniversary of his death, the original memorial medals have been recreated in stunning silver through the Ascension Islands mint. Sculptor & Engraver Michael Gaudioso of the Type 2 Silver Eagle fame perfectly recreated these medals using traditional methods to truly honor George Washington. Just 1,999 of these stunning medals were struck in 1 oz of silver, making these true works of art. This piece in particular has the First Releases pedigree from NGC, certifying that it was sent to be graded within the first 30 days of the coin's release. It also features a pristine MS70 grade, ensuring the medal is flawless up to 5x magnification. Finally, the 2024 1 oz Silver George Washington Funeral Medal NGC MS70 First Releases is paired with a special label that depicts Washington's famous crossing of the Delaware river. Just 175 of these medals have a perfect grade from NGC (as of 01/30/25), a small fraction of the already tiny mintage. Honor the legacy of an American icon with this incredible recreation of Washington's original funeral medal in your collection today!
Highlights:
- Perfect NGC MS70
- Only 175 exist!
- Sculpted by Michael Gaudioso
