George Washington American Credo Stamp Commemorative Coin

In 1796, our nation's first President, George Washington, delivered his farewell speech. His message urged unity among the states and discouraged American involvement in European military affairs. Heforesaw America's rise to a world power if the young nation was given the chance to nourish the fledgling ideals of democracy. One hundred sixty-four years later, the Post Office Department released a new series of stamps in 1960 that shared well-known principles said in a few words by some of America's early leaders. The first stamp, featuring George Washington, appeared in January 1960 and included the images of the Scales of Justice and Washington's signature. Over the next year, five more stamps were issued featuring quotes from Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Francis Scott Key, Abraham Lincoln, and Patrick Henry. Available exclusively from American Mint, this colossal coin is highlighted by a brilliant, full-color reproduction of the 1960 American Credo postage stamp featuring George Wahsington. This stunning 2.75" coin is minted to the highest quality "Proof” standard.