1931 Medal Baker-L200, Ae International Colonial Expo

Coin Details

Description

The 1931 medal Baker-L200 in bronze commemorates the International Colonial Exposition, a world's fair held in Paris in 1931. The exposition celebrated the colonial empires of European nations, and the American participation featured Washington-themed medals that connected the first president's legacy to the broader narrative of European expansion and American independence. The "L" prefix in Baker's catalog indicates a supplemental listing. Bronze composition indicates standard commemorative production for the exposition. The International Colonial Exposition medal documents the use of Washington's image in an international exhibition context, connecting American independence to the global history of colonialism and decolonization. Washington medals provide a unique window into American material culture, documenting how successive generations have interpreted and presented the legacy of the nation's first president through the intimate medium of medallic art.

Rarity Notes

Baker-L200. Bronze. International Colonial Exposition, Paris 1931.

Cross References

Baker-L200; PCGS #925045; International Colonial Exposition