David Lisot Video Library (1989)
Multi-Media Summary
The gold Washington before Boston medal was presented by Congress to General Washington and remained in his family until 1876 when it was purchased for $5,000 by 50 Boston citizens and presented to the city. A silver specimen, one of only four known, was presented to the General by the French government and subsequently was owned by Daniel Webster. There have been five distinct restrikes of the medal! Learn the fascinating history of this significant medal from one of its foremost experts. Speaker(s): Dick Buckley.
