Name/Title
Coin, CommemorativeEntry/Object ID
JJA.1999.18Description
This is a sterling silver coin commemorating John James Audubon. The obverse features the likeness of a middle-age Audubon from the chest-up and facing to his left. Above the image are the words, "John James Audubon 1785-1851." The reverse depicts two birds nesting in a tree and a small inscription that reads, "NCAS / 1871." The coin is in a black leather case lined with a white satin material and purple velvet. There is a silver plaque adhered to the velvet with an inscription that reads, "THE JOHN J. AUDUBON COIN-MEDAL / STERLING SILVER PROOF / 78TH COMMEMORATIVE PRIVATELY STRUCK / BY THE NATIONAL COMMEMORATIVE SOCIETY / Sculptured by William Gardner."Collection
John James Audubon Museum CollectionMade/Created
Manufacturer
National Commemorative SocietyDate made
1971Lexicon
Search Terms
Exchange Media, Coins, Birds' eggs & nestsMaterial
Velvet, Leather, Sterling silver