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Token - United States Postal Service 13 Cents - Declaration of Independence
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1976 |
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| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
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| Obverse description | The obverse reproduces in high relief the design of the U.S. 13-cent stamp commemorating the Declaration of Independence, based on a detail from John Trumbull's painting depicting the presentation of the draft to Congress. The denomination legend 'USA / 13c' appears in the upper left field, and the date legend 'JULY 4, 1776' is inscribed in a recessed panel along the lower border. The entire piece is finished in 24-karat gold plating over sterling silver, with a serrated border imitating stamp perforations. |
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| Obverse lettering | USA 13c JULY 4, 1776 |
| Reverse description | The reverse features the stylized eagle logo of the United States Postal Service in relief at center, with the legend 'UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE' inscribed below the device. A rectangular cartouche in the lower field bears the hallmark inscription '24 EGP Sterling · 925' with a small copyright symbol, indicating 24-karat gold electroplating over .925 sterling silver. |
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