Lot 1170
1901-Dated William McKinley Second Inauguration Bronze Medal. NGC graded MS-62 Brown. 44 mm. Official issue of the inauguration committee. Only about 4,000 struck.
These medals were struck as souvenirs for those who participated in putting on the celebrations for the inauguration of McKinley. In 1901, the inauguration committee members tried to persuade the United States Mint at Philadelphia to strike these medals, however, the mint would do no more than make the dies. The medals were finally struck by Joseph K. Davison Company of Philadelphia. The committee did not report how many medals were struck, but based on the total expense of $1749.89, a total mintage of 4,000 in bronze, 2 in silver, and 1 solo piece in gold was assumed.
Estimated Value $200 - 250.
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| Realized $212 |
