1971 Medal U.S. Capitol Bronze 63mm Medallic Art Co.-Danbury. Conn.

Coin Details

Auction Record

$21 SP67 12-05-2022 eBay

Description

This 63mm bronze medal produced in 1971 by Medallic Art Company of Danbury, Connecticut depicts the United States Capitol building, the iconic seat of the legislative branch of the American government. The Capitol, with its distinctive neoclassical dome, is one of the most recognized buildings in the world and has served as the meeting place of Congress since 1800. The 63mm diameter provides a generous canvas for an architectural rendering of the Capitol's facade and dome, a subject that has appeared on numerous American coins, medals, and other numismatic products since the early nineteenth century. The "Danbury, Conn." location confirms that this medal was produced after Medallic Art Company relocated from New York City to Danbury, a move that occurred in stages during the 1960s and 1970s. The Capitol medal was produced as a patriotic commemorative for the general collector market, tourist souvenir market, or as a presentation piece for congressional offices. MACO's architectural medal work demonstrated the firm's ability to translate three-dimensional buildings into compelling two-dimensional relief compositions.

Rarity Notes

Bronze, 63mm. Medallic Art Co., Danbury, CT. U.S. Capitol commemorative. Patriotic theme with broad appeal. Moderately available.

Cross References

PCGS #881462