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Medal - History of the United States Washington Monument Dedicated
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1966-1977 |
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| Edge | Plain with inscription |
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| Reverse description | The reverse features a plain polished field enclosed by an oval decorative rope-and-ribbon border with corner flourishes. At the top, the year 1879 appears within an ornamental cartouche. The central field is entirely occupied by engraved text listing key historical events of the year 1879, concluding with the Franklin Mint mintmark at the bottom. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | 1879 JAN. 1 - Specie payments are resumed; MAR. 3 - U.S. Geological Survey established; MAY 8 - George B. Selden applies for patent on a motorized carriage; SEP. 20 - Former President Grant completes world tour; OCT. 21 - Perfection of incandescent lamp by Thomas A. Edison. F |
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