(1876) Bronzed Medal GW-889, White Metal White Plains

Coin Details

Description

This bronzed white metal medal cataloged as GW-889 commemorates the Battle of White Plains, produced circa 1876 as part of the centennial Revolutionary War battle series. The Battle of White Plains (October 28, 1776) was fought as Washington retreated northward through Westchester County following the loss of New York City. The engagement at Chatterton's Hill was indecisive — the Americans lost the hill but maintained their main army intact, allowing Washington to continue his retreat into New Jersey and eventually across the Delaware River. White Plains represents the defensive phase of the 1776 campaign when Washington's primary achievement was simply keeping his army together despite repeated setbacks. The bronzed white metal format matches the rest of the battle series, and the sequential numbering (GW-889) places White Plains in its proper chronological position within the campaign narrative.

Rarity Notes

GW-889, bronzed white metal. White Plains battle medal. Part of centennial battle series.

Cross References

PCGS #827250; GW-889; White Plains, bronzed WM