The 2024 225th Anniversary Washington Funeral Coin: The Ultimate Tribute To The “Father Of Our Country”

George Washington’s presidency, from 1789 to 1797, was foundational in shaping the United States. Washington’s leadership was marked by his commitment to national unity; he understood the delicate balance between federal and state powers and sought to foster cooperation among diverse political factions. His establishment of a cabinet underscored the value of collaborative governance. Washington also faced significant challenges, including the Whiskey Rebellion, which he managed to effectively assert federal authority while promoting civil order.

The passing of George Washington in 1799 elicited a wave of heartfelt tributes and public ceremonies. Adamant during his presidency that his image should not appear on circulating U.S. coinage (so he didn’t appear as a king), mourners created the funeral medal with his likeness on it as a tribute instead. The medal was worn around the necks of mourners who attended parades celebrating Washington’s life. The original medals were struck in tin, silver and gold just after Washington’s death. 

Now, on the 225th anniversary of Washington’s passing, Great Britain’s world-renowned Commonwealth Mint has struck a commemorative legal tender coin issued by Ascension Island that features the same imagery that appeared on the original funeral medal.

A Bit About the Original George Washington Funeral Medal
The Washington funeral medals were issued to memorialize the death of America’s first president at two funeral processions held in Boston in 1800. At a time when the methods of communication were limited, badges and medals were popular means of conveying information and sentiments. Most Washington funeral medals were made of tin, and virtually all of them were holed at the top for wearing on a ribbon. A smaller number of silver versions were made, all of which are quite scarce. However, the rarest and most desirable of all are the gold Funeral medals of which only 18 to 20 are known to exist.

Each piece is denominated in dollars from Ascension Island. Ascension Island serves as a military base in the South Atlantic that regularly services aircraft from both Great Britain and the United States – which makes it a fitting issuing authority given that Washington’s family heritage was closely tied to British origins as well those in America.

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