(1883) White Metal Medal GW-993, Holed 2nd Newburgh Headquarters

Coin Details

Description

This white metal holed medal cataloged as GW-993 commemorates the second Newburgh headquarters, produced circa 1883. The Hasbrouck House in Newburgh, New York — Washington's longest-tenured headquarters — was a site of major historic significance, and the 1883 centennial of the Revolution's conclusion prompted commemorative medals honoring key headquarters sites. The "2nd" designation may refer to a second version of the Newburgh headquarters medal or a distinction between different buildings Washington used during his extended stay in Newburgh from 1782 to 1783. The holed format allowed this medal to be worn on a ribbon or cord, serving as a wearable badge for participants in centennial observances at the Newburgh historic site. White metal was appropriate for an affordable souvenir distributed at a historic site celebration. The Newburgh headquarters holds particular importance as the place where Washington defused the Newburgh Conspiracy, a potential military coup that threatened to overthrow civilian government.

Rarity Notes

GW-993, white metal, holed. 2nd Newburgh Headquarters. Centennial celebration souvenir. Moderate scarcity.

Cross References

PCGS #654669; GW-993; 2nd Newburgh Headquarters, white metal holed