(2001) Bronze Medal George W. Bush Inauguration Medallic Art Co.

Coin Details

Description

This bronze medal by Medallic Art Company commemorates the inauguration of George Walker Bush as the forty-third President of the United States on January 20, 2001. Bush won the presidency in one of the most contested elections in American history, with the outcome hinging on the disputed Florida recount that was ultimately resolved by the Supreme Court's decision in Bush v. Gore on December 12, 2000. The bronze composition represents the standard accessible format for MACO inaugural medals, continuing the tradition of making inaugural commemoratives available to the broadest possible audience. Bush's inauguration took place under heightened security and amid political tensions stemming from the contested election, with some protesters along the parade route. The ceremony itself maintained the dignity and solemnity of the traditional transfer of power, with Chief Justice William Rehnquist administering the oath of office. Medallic Art Company's production of the 2001 Bush inaugural medal represents one of the later entries in their long series of presidential inaugural medals, as the company's ownership and operations were changing during this period.

Rarity Notes

Bronze. Medallic Art Co. Standard Bush inaugural format. One of the later MACO inaugural medals. Moderate availability.

Cross References

PCGS #76644