No Date Medal The White House White Metal

Coin Details

Description

This undated white metal medal features the White House, the executive mansion at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue that has served as the official residence of every American president since John Adams moved in during 1800. The White House is one of the most iconic buildings in the world, symbolizing the American presidency and democratic government. White metal medals depicting the White House were produced as affordable souvenirs for tourists visiting Washington, D.C., allowing visitors to take home a metallic memento of their experience seeing the president's home. The study of medal production techniques — from die engraving and planchet preparation through striking and finishing — reveals the intersection of artistic vision and industrial manufacturing that characterizes the medallic arts. The White House has been featured on more American medals and tokens than any other single building.

Rarity Notes

White metal, The White House. Tourist souvenir medal. Mass-produced, widely available.

Cross References

PCGS #887190; The White House; 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue; Washington, D.C.