Product Description
This 1775-dated anti-war commemorative medallion blends 18th-century craftsmanship with timeless pacifist ideals. Struck in verdigris bronze with intentional aging, it honors humanity's enduring pursuit of peace through the ages. A profound piece for collectors and peace advocates alike.
Key Features
✔ Symbolic Obverse Design
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Dove in Flight over broken musket and olive branches
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"1775" beneath a wax-seal style border (nod to revolutionary era)
✔ Patina of History
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Oxidized Green Bronze: Artificially aged for museum-quality authenticity
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Hand-Buffed Highlights: Worn edges suggest centuries of circulation
✔ Dimensional Storytelling
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2.75" Diameter (70mm) - Larger than standard coins for impact
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3.5mm Thickness: Substantial hand-feel with deep relief engraving
✔ Included Narrative
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Parchment Certificate: Explores 1775's global conflicts vs. peace movements
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Velvet Display Pouch: For preservation or portable reflection
Emotional Resonance
"More than metal - this is a conversation across time. The year 1775 witnessed both revolution and reconciliation; this medallion invites us to choose which legacy we carry forward."
Technical Specs
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Material: Zinc alloy with eco bronze plating
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Weight: 210g (7.4oz) - deliberate heft
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Edge: Reeded with "PAX" (Latin for peace) repeated
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Packaging: Kraft paper box with hemp twine
Collector's Note:
Part of our "Dates That Defined Us" series - each year's coin examines humanity's dual capacity for war and wisdom.
Gift-Ready For:
• History professors • War veterans • Peace activists • Museum donors
"An artifact from the past, minted for the future."