Medal - History of the United States Constitution Defeats Guerriere

Location United States
Year 1966-1977
Type Commemorative medal
Composition Bronze
Weight 34.6 g
Diameter 44.40 mm
Thickness 2.85 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Edge Smooth with Inscription
Period
Notice
Reference(s) Franklin#HUS-37
Obverse description
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering THE `CONSTITUTION` DEFEATS THE `GUERRIÈRE` CORNELL AUG. 19, 1812
Reverse description
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering 1812 JUNE 19 - War with Great Britain proclaimed by President Madison; AUG. 15-16 - Fort Dearborn and Detroit surrender to the British; AUG. 19 - U.S. frigate `Constitution` defeats British frigate `Guerrière`; OCT. 13 -Battles of Queens- ton - American invasion of Canada fails. FM
Mintage
Numisquare ID 9848251140
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