Centennial Washington Large Bust / American Colonies
1876 · SH 2-15 CU
| Reference | SH 2-15 CU |
|---|---|
| Date | 1876 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | |
| Diameter | 37.59 mm |
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| Rarity | R-8 |
| Orientation |
Auction catalogs from 1878 & 1879 name the reverse die the “American Colonies,” representing the fact that General Washington’s troops were farmers during peace and soldiers when at war; this is truly an emotional design considering the fact that they were victorious over the well trained British army.