1852 Franklin Institute Second Premium Medal

Approximate Current Value: $52

Diameter: 50.9 mm
Mintage/Proof: /
Weight: NA
Metal: Copper
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History, Information, and Value of 1852 Franklin Institute Second Premium Medal

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This medal was struck for the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia in 1845. The obverse displays a bust of Benjamin Franklin. The legend around reads, “FRANKLIN INSTITUTE OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA, 1824; GOBRECHT.” The reverse displays a wreath surrounded a legend on the reverse. The legend reads, “AWARDED TO SECOND PREMIUM.” There are various reverses that state different years.