George Washington medal facsimile and explanatory letter, 1860 July 7.

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George Washington medal facsimile and explanatory letter, 1860 July 7.

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A facsimile of the George Washington Medal struck by Bailey & Co., Phila., to honor the visit of the first Japanese embassy to the United States, together with letter of presentation from Bailey & Co. to the University of Virginia.

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University of Virginia. Library

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University of Virginia. Library

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Washington, George, 1732-1799

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