Lusterrules So-Called Dollars

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Germantown, Pennsylvania, is an area that is rich in American history. During the American revolution it was the site of the Battle of Germantown in 1777, with the fighting raging along its main street and muskets being fired from house windows. On July 1, 1874, it was the site of the first known kidnapping for ransom in America when two young brothers, Charley (4 years old) & Walter Ross (6 years old) were abducted while playing in front of their family’s home. Walter would be found a few days later, but Charley was never seen again. Germantown was also where the first American bible was published. This medal was struck to commemorate the bicentennial of Germantown. It is made of white metal and holed as made. Its luster is outstanding, and the deep proof-like surfaces add greatly to both its eye appeal and WOW factor. Graded MS-65 DPL with none higher, this piece is the finest known example. The overall rarity is R5 (76-200 known).