Medal 1819

This bronze medal, created in 1819 by John Bacon the Elder, is a portrait of George Washington. The medal, which is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts Washington in profile, with his hair styled in a classic Roman fashion. The inscription "Georgius Washington" surrounds the image. This work of art is a testament to Bacon’s skill as a medalist and a tribute to one of America’s founding fathers.