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1824 GW-112-C1 Washington-Lafayette on 1824 Half Dollar

Strike Type
1824 GW-112-C1 Washington-Lafayette on 1824 Half Dollar

Coin Details

Year
1824
Denomination
Colonials
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Washington Pieces (1783-1800)
Designer
Unknown
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.5g
Diameter
32.5mm
Edge
Lettered

Description

A Washington-Lafayette dual portrait piece (GW-112-C1) on an 1824 half dollar host coin. The year 1824 is significant as it was the year of Lafayette's triumphant return tour of the United States, 50 years after the Revolutionary War. This piece celebrates the enduring bond between Washington and Lafayette. The 1824 host coin directly connects the piece to Lafayette's farewell tour.

Rarity Notes

Very rare. The 1824 date coincides with Lafayette's farewell tour.

Cross References

Baker 196; Musante GW-112

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