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Medals of the American Numismatic SocietyH66Lot 257among numismatists for his design of the Panama Pacific $50gold coins. (H)258. VISIT OF MARSHALL FOCH, 1921, as above, but struck inbronze. Edge numbered “73” (of 205). Choice Uncirculated. (H)259. JOSEPH HODGES CHOATE MEMORIAL MEDAL, 1922.Baxter 224; Marqusee 2. 63.7mm. Silver. Herbert Adams, Sc.Edge marked “8” (of 98). Darkly toned Uncirculated. Obverse:Bust of Choate facing left. Reverse: JOSEPH HODGESCHOATE/ 1832 – 1917/ PATRIOT/ AMBASSADOR/ JURIST/ORATOR within a wreath. Lamp of learning above flanked by theinitials C A (for the Century Association.)Choate was one of the country’s most famous litigators. Hepracticed in NYC and was active in municipal affairs, beinga leading member of the Committee of Seventy which wasinstrumental in breaking up the Tweed Ring. He served as ourAmbassador to Great Britain from 1899 to 1905. According toMiller, “This medal was struck in cooperation with the CenturyAssociation, of which Choate was President. In 1919 the ANSloaned a number of medals and plaques for an exhibition held atthe Century. As a result, that Association decided to issue a seriesof medals in honor of men who had distinguished themselves inpublic service, the arts, letters or other activities. The ChoateLot 259medal was the first in this series.” (F-G)260. JOSEPH HODGES CHOATE MEMORIAL MEDAL, 1922.As above, but struck in bronze. Edge numbered “16” (of 238) (E)261. PAUL REVERE SESQUICENTENNIAL MEDAL, 1926.Baxter 349; Marqusee 159. 63mm. Cast Silver Anthony deFrancisci, Sc. (MACO). Edge numbered “60” (of at least 65.)Choice About Uncirculated. Obverse bust of Revere facing left,his name above; sword and fasces below. Inscribed: PATRIOTSOLDIER/ SILVERSMITH ENGRAVER. The reverse depictsa scene of Revere ready to mount his horse before his historicride. According to Scott Miller, the revere was subjected toconsiderable criticism as Revere is shown about to mount hishorse from the wrong side! The mintage of this medal in silver isIf you are even a mildly serious collector ofmedals, you should consider joining the MedalCollectrors of America organization. Its primarypurpose is to serve collectors of world and U.S. artand historical medals. Much useful informationcan be found of its internet site (www.medalcollectors.org)as well as information on how to join.