1935 Silver Medal 75th Anniversary ofBoston Numismatic Society

Coin Details

Description

This 1935 silver medal celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Boston Numismatic Society, one of the oldest coin collecting organizations in the United States. Founded in 1860 on the eve of the Civil War, the Boston Numismatic Society predated even the American Numismatic Association by more than three decades, establishing itself as a pillar of organized numismatics in New England. The diamond jubilee in 1935 marked three-quarters of a century of continuous operation through civil war, economic panics, world wars, and the Great Depression — a remarkable record of institutional longevity. The silver composition elevates this anniversary medal above the bronze and base-metal pieces typically issued by local clubs, reflecting the gravitas of the occasion and the society's distinguished heritage. Boston's numismatic community in the 1930s included some of the most knowledgeable collectors and dealers in the country, with proximity to major historical collections at Harvard and the Massachusetts Historical Society enriching the scholarly environment. The 75th anniversary medal serves as a tangible link to this deep numismatic tradition and documents the society's pride in its enduring contribution to the hobby.

Rarity Notes

Rare silver anniversary medal from one of America's oldest numismatic societies. Produced in very limited quantities for the 75th anniversary celebration in 1935.

Cross References

PCGS #930424