The Great Women of the American Revolution Official Bicentennial Medal Collection Issued by The Daughters of the American Revolution This was the first commemorative medal collection ever issued by the Daughters of the American Revolution. The series consists of 36 commemorative medals and constituted America's first comprehensive medalic tribute to The Great Women of the American Revolution. This was also the first series of pewter medals ever struck by the Franklin Mint. The collection was issued at the rate of one medal per month from 1974 through 1977. Some of the sculptors were Vincent Miller, William Shoyer, Ernest Lauser, and Richard Baldwin. LIMITS OF EDITION: This is the only edition of this collection that will ever be issued. It was reserved exclusively for members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and for established Franklin Mint collectors. There was a limit of one set per subscriber. Material: Fine Pewter Diameter: 45 mm Finish: Antique Certificate of Authenticity: Included Deluxe Album: Included Individual Medals, from another set, are available in our eBay Store - "Mostly Medals": http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Mostly-Medals Medal 1 - ABIGAIL SMITH ADAMS. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, ABIGAIL SMITH ADAMS, A gifted letter writer, she had a great influence on her era. Her correspondence eloquently urged others to continue the fight for American independence." Medal 2 - HANNAH WHITE ARNETT. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, HANNAH WHITE ARNETT, With her eloquent and moving appeal in defense of independence, she convinced her fellow colonists to continue resisting British oppression." Medal 3 - PENELOPE PAGETT BARKER. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, PENELOPE PAGETT BARKER, She led the first known political protest by women against British oppression in the colonies. Her patriotic action inspired women in the fight for independence." Medal 4 - MELISCENT BARRETT. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MELISCENT BARRETT, Although she was only 15, she supervised a group of women and young girls who made all the cartridges used by patriots at the battle of Concord." Medal 5- MARGARET CATHERINE MOORE BARRY. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARGARET CATHERINE MOORE BARRY, She became the heroine of the Battle of Cowpens by volunteering as a scout for the patriots of South Carolina. Her mission assured an important American victory." Medal 6 - HANNAH OGDEN CALDWELL. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, HANNAH OGDEN CALDWELL, A martyr to American liberty, she was killed in her home by a British soldier. Her tragic death aroused patriotic fervor among the colonists." Medal 7 - MARGARET COCHRAN CORBIN. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARGARET COCHRAN CORBIN, She was the first woman known to be wounded in action as a soldier in the Revolution. Her bravery earned 'Captain Molly' her country's gratitude and admiration." Medal 8 - LYDIA BARRINGTON DARRAGH. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, LYDIA BARRINGTON DARRAGH, Though she was opposed to war, this gentle Quakeress was an ardent patriot. She risked her life to warn Washington of secret British plans for a surprise attack." Medal 9 - MARY ALDIS DRAPER. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARY ALDIS DRAPER, She prepared food, made uniforms, and molded bullets from pewter for patriot soldiers on their way to battle. Her generosity aided the cause of freedom." Medal 10 - SUSANNAH SMITH ELLIOTT. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, SUSANNAH SMITH ELLIOTT, The handsome military banners which she presented to the Second South Carolina Regiment were carried proudly throughout most of the War of Independence." Medal 11 - EMILY GEIGER. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, EMILY GEIGER, This young girl volunteered to deliver a vital military message through territory patrolled by the British. Her mission led to a significant patriot victory." Medal 12 - CATHARINE LITTLEFIELD GREENE. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, CATHARINE LITTLEFIELD GREENE, Wife of a great patriot general, she opened her home as a hospital to treat victims of smallpox. Her spirit inspired others during the war's darkest days." Medal 13 - NANCY HANSON. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, NANCY HANSON, While the enemy occupied her town, she helped her patriot brothers-in-law escape. Her daring action under fire saved their lives." Medal 14 - NANCY MORGAN HART. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, NANCY MORGAN HART, This Georgia frontierswoman courageously fought and captured a band of pillaging Tories. Her legendary act earned her the nickname 'Warwoman'." Medal 15 - MARY LUDWIG HAYS. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARY LUDWIG HAYS, Known as 'Molly Pitcher,' she was the legendary heroine who contributed to the American victory at Monmouth by firing her wounded husbands' cannon." Medal 16 - HANNAH HUNTER HENDEE. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, HANNAH HUNTER HENDEE, When her son and eight other children were captured by hostile Indians led by the British, she demanded their release, risking her life to rescue them." Medal 17 - MARY WORRELL KNIGHT. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARY WORRELL KNIGHT, She made her way many times through the British lines with food, clothing and medicine to relieve the suffering of the patriot troops at Valley Forge." Medal 18 - DICEY LANGSTON. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, DICEY LANGSTON, In a southern frontier region surrounded by Tories, she acted as a spy for the patriots. Her courage thwarted an attempt to raid a patriot settlement." Medal 19 - ELIZABETH ANNESLEY LEWIS. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, ELIZABETH ANNESLEY LEWIS, Wife of a New York Signer of the Declaration, she was a target of British retaliation. After her home was plundered, she was imprisoned for three months." Medal 20 - SYBIL LUDINGTON. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, SYBIL LUDINGTON, She volunteered to ride alone through the New York countryside to muster her father's regiment. Her mission was crucial to the patriot victory at Danbury." Medal 21 - REBECCA BREWTON MOTTE. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, REBECCA BREWTON MOTTE, After the British seized her South Carolina plantation home for use as a garrison, she willingly set fire to the mansion to help the patriots rout the enemy." Medal 22 - MARY LINDLEY MURRAY. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARY LINDLEY MURRAY, After the British had captured Manhattan Island, she delayed the enemy officers at her home. Her clever diversion permitted American troops to escape." Medal 23 - ELIZA LUCAS PINCKNEY. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, ELIZA LUCAS PINCKNEY, She cultivated new crops and supervised seven plantations in South Carolina. Later, her two sons served with great distinction during the revolution." Medal 24 - ELIZABETH CAIRNES POE. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, ELIZABETH CAIRNES POE, Working under her supervision, the women and girls of Baltimore made uniforms for Lafayette's troops. Their effort supported his campaign in the South." Medal 25 - DEBORAH SAMPSON. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, DEBORAH SAMPSON, Resolved to take an active part in the fight for independence, she became the first woman to enlist as a soldier, serving in the army for over a year with honor." Medal 26 - CATHARINE VAN RENSSELAER SCHUYLER. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, CATHARINE VAN RENSSELAER SCHUYLER, To prevent the harvest from falling into enemy hands, she burned her extensive wheat fields. Her example was an inspiration to other patriots." Medal 27 - ELIZABETH PAGE STARK. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, ELIZABETH PAGE STARK, During the British evacuation of Boston, she was a sentry while patriot troops, unsure that the British had evacuated the city, made a final reconnaissance." Medal 28 - ELIZABETH MAXWELL STEELE. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, ELIZABETH MAXWELL STEELE, Sacrificing her savings, she gave a generous sum to General Nathaniel Greene. Her noble gesture bolstered the patriots' campaign in the South." Medal 29 - CAROLINE CLOSE STUART. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, CAROLINE CLOSE STUART, Following the brief but furious Battle of Guilford Courthouse, she worked tirelessly, nursing the scores of wounded patriots with homemade bandages and herbs." Medal 30 - FAITH ROBINSON TRUMBULL. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, FAITH ROBINSON TRUMBULL, A prominent woman of colonial Connecticut, she aided suffering patriot troops with generous contributions and inspired other women to join the war effort." Medal 31 - MARY VIDEAU. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARY VIDEAU, After being held as a rebel spy aboard a British prison ship in Charleston harbor, she planned and executed a daring escape with several other patriots." Medal 32 - MERCY OTIS WARREN. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MERCY OTIS WARREN, A remarkable woman of powerful intellect, her patriot writings inspired revolutionary leaders. She was probably the most influential woman of her era." Medal 33 - MARTHA CUSTIS WASHINGTON. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARTHA CUSTIS WASHINGTON, Wife of the commander in chief, she accompanied her husband whenever possible. She helped care for the troops throughout the grim winter at Valley Forge." Medal 34 - MARY BALL WASHINGTON. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARY BALL WASHINGTON, On the way to his inauguration, George Washington paid a special visit to his mother, whose virtue and courage had been a lifelong inspiration to him." Medal 35 - MARY CLAP WOOSTER. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, MARY CLAP WOOSTER, During the raid on New Haven in 1779, she was a target of British hostility. Nevertheless, she refused to leave her home and gallantly faced the enemy troops." Medal 36 - ELIZABETH ZANE. Reverse has the logo of the DAR and the inscription: "GREAT WOMEN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, ELIZABETH ZANE, During an attack on her frontier settlement, she braved Indian gunfire and dashed to the fort with desperately needed powder in a tablecloth tied at her waist."