C. C. Wright Declaration of Independence Medals

The C. C. Wright Declaration of Independence Medals, GW-181 to GW-184, are among the most aesthetically pleasing in the entire American series. Neil Musante dates the medal to 1851, and examples appeared in auctions as early as October 16, 1865, where Edward Cogan (lot 1556), describes it as A selection of these medals is currently on exhibit in St. Louis at Washington University's Olin Library, courtesy of the Resolute Americana collection, and will remain on view through July 7.

Images: American Numismatic Society bronze example of the Declaration medal, GW-181, ANS catalog no. 0000.999.39101.

Link to Cogan 1865 sale:
https://archive.org/details/catalogueofverye00coga_1