1838 Medal CCW-48 Bronze 56mm New Haven Bicentennial

Coin Details

Auction Record

$840 SP63 06-23-2020 Stack's Bowers

Description

This 1838 bronze medal at 56mm, cataloged as CCW-48, commemorates the bicentennial of New Haven, Connecticut, founded in 1638 by English Puritans. New Haven was established as an independent colony before being absorbed into Connecticut in 1665, and became home to Yale University (1701). The CCW catalog identifies Connecticut-related medals. The 56mm bronze format indicates a presentation piece for the city's founding anniversary. Commemorative medals serve as primary historical documents, recording events and honoring individuals in a format that was often produced closer to the actual occurrence than published histories or official records. New Haven's bicentennial in 1838 coincided with early industrialization that would transform the city into a leading manufacturing center, particularly for firearms (Winchester, Marlin), hardware, and clocks.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. CCW-48, 1838 bronze 56mm. New Haven bicentennial commemoratives are uncommon.

Cross References

PCGS #798411; CCW-48; New Haven Bicentennial; 1638-1838; 56mm Bronze