1956 Medal Baker-C617, Matte Ae Morris Morgenstern Foundation

Coin Details

Description

The 1956 medal Baker-C617 in matte bronze was issued by the Morris Morgenstern Foundation. The matte finish — a deliberate surface treatment eliminating reflective brilliance — gives this medal a subdued, dignified appearance appropriate for a foundation-issued piece. Baker-C617 documents the mid-twentieth-century continuation of Washington medal production, when foundations and cultural organizations maintained the tradition of commemorative medal issuance. The Morris Morgenstern Foundation's involvement reflects private philanthropic engagement with Washington's legacy. Matte bronze medals from this period are produced in limited quantities and valued by collectors who appreciate the distinctive finish. George Washington is the most depicted figure in American numismatics, appearing on coins, medals, tokens, and decorative pieces from the Revolutionary era through the present day, creating one of the most extensive and varied collecting areas in the field.

Rarity Notes

Baker-C617. Matte bronze. Morris Morgenstern Foundation.

Cross References

Baker-C617; PCGS #916944; Morris Morgenstern Foundation