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Augustin Dupre and Paris Mint

“Benjamin Franklin Natus Boston” Medal

1899-1959

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“Benjamin Franklin Natus Boston” Medal

1899-1959

Physical Qualities Bronze, 1 3/4 x 1 3/4 x 1/2 in. (4.4 x 4.4 x 1.3 cm)
Credit Line Nelson and Juanita Greif Gutman Collection
Object Number 1963.16.258.81

Markings: Marked on obverse "BENJ. FRANKLIN NATUS BOSTON. XVII JAN./MDCCVI" Marked on reverse "ERIPUIT CELO FULMEN SCEPTRUM QUE TYRANNIS/SCULPSIT ET DICAVIT/AUG. DUPRE ANNO/MCDOVLXXXIV"

Artist

Augustin Dupre

1747–1832

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Manufacturer

Paris Mint

864–2000

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