Medal - History of the United States Construction Begins on the Erie Canal
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1966-1977 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 35.10 g |
| Diameter | 44.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.90 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Edge | Plain with inscription |
| Period | |
| Notice | |
| Reference(s) | Franklin#HUS-42 |
| Obverse description | |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON THE ERIE CANAL Hf JUL 4, 1817 |
| Reverse description | |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | 1817 MAR. 4 - `Era of Good Feelings` begins with Inauguration of James Monroe as President; APR. 28-29 - Rush-Bagot Agreement limits size of British and American naval forces on the Great Lakes; JULY 4 - Ground broken for the Erie Canal; NOV. - First Semi- nole Indian War begins on Florida border. FM |
| Mintage | |
| Numisquare ID | 2535557200 |
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