1976 Medal D1976-4b, Jefferson Bicentennial

Coin Details

Description

Swoger catalog number D1976-2a. This bronze medal was struck at the United States Mint in Philadelphia to honor Charles Carroll of Carrollton, the last surviving signer of the Declaration of Independence. Born on September 19, 1737, in Annapolis, Maryland, Carroll was the only Catholic signer and one of the wealthiest men in the colonies. When asked during the signing whether there were other Charles Carrolls who might be confused with him, he reportedly added "of Carrollton" to his signature to ensure there would be no mistaking his identity. Carroll served as a senator from Maryland, lived to the age of 95, and was the last surviving signer when he died on November 14, 1832. The Swoger catalog (D-series), compiled by Tom Swoger, documents modern U.S. Mint commemorative medals from 1956 onward.

Rarity Notes

Bronze composition Charles Carroll medal. Part of the American Revolution Bicentennial program. Exact mintage not separately reported.

Cross References

PCGS #76187; Swoger D1976-2a