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USS Constitution
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USS Constitution (IX-21) (1925 - 1975)
USS Old Constitution (IX-21) (1921 - 1925)
USS Old Constitution (1917 - 1921)
USF Constitution (1798 - 1917)
USS Constitution Miscellaneous Memorabilia
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97k | USF Constitution copper 1841 Hard Times Token. | Tommy Trampp | |
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97k | USF Constitution old and rare copper token | Tommy Trampp | |
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153k | USF Constitution pin seeking restoration funding in 1925. | Tommy Trampp | |
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589k | USS Constitution tokens/medals from the 1927-1930 restoration effort of "Old Ironsides" in Boston, MA. | Tommy Trampp | |
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22k | USS Constitution, "Old Ironsides, I Gave", pinback button. | Tommy Trampp | |
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158k | USS Constitution Tourist Brochure - United States Ship Constitution Old Ironsides oldest warship afloat. | Tommy Trampp | |
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104k | USS Constitution "Official program U.S. Frigate Constitution at San Francisco, March 22 to April 12, 1933", compiled and published by Associated Oil Co. | Tommy Trampp | |
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545k | USS Constitution, Souvenir Card / Poem (1930s) - "The Old Frigate Constitution" by Henry Van Dyke. | Tommy Trampp | |
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122k | USF Constitution commemorative token. During "Old Ironsides" national tour she made calls at the ports of Astoria and Portland, Oregon in August 1933, and Longview, Washington 24-26 August 1933. | Tommy Trampp | |
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72k | USS Constitution "Old Ironsides" national tour commemorative token from Bremerton, WA. visit in 1933. | Tommy Trampp | |
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61k | Washington Navy Yard Navy Day, 28 October 1935, token featuring USS Constitution. | Tommy Trampp | |
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66k | Washington Navy Yard Navy Day, 27 October 1936, token featuring USS Constitution. | Tommy Trampp | |
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128k | USS Constitution, " U.S.S. Constitution Old Ironsides Launched Oct 21 1797" pinback button, probably made in 1947 to celebrate 150 years. | Tommy Trampp | |
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725k | A three cent green stamp issued to commemorate the 150th anniversary of USS Constitution Stamp issued, 21 October 1947.
Bureau of Engraving and Printing; Stamp design by Andrew H. Hepburn - U.S. Government; Department of the Post Office Image obtained from the private collection, by Gwillhickers (real name unknown). |
Robert Hurst | |
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398k | USF Constitution 1976 New Orleans Mardi Gras tokens
MARDI GRAS TOKEN HISTORY - New Orleans Mardi Gras tokens were first minted in 1960 when Rex, King of Mardi Gras, presented the first tokens to his loyal subjects, by throwing them from his parade floats. Many parade organizations, called krewes, soon picked up on this new concept. They placed their crest or emblem on the obverse, and the yearly theme of their parade on the reverse of the dated tokens. H. Alvin Sharp, a very gifted inventor and artist, came up with the idea and designed many of them. He named these tokens, "doubloons". Those doubloons that are thrown to the crowds are made from lightweight 15 gauge aluminum with some of them anodized different colors. The "heavies", as they are called, are minted from thicker 10 gauge aluminum, bronze, .999 silver, and other metals. Most of these are handed out to relatives and friends as favors. Truly a work of art, these silver-dollar sized tokens measure about 1-1/2” in diameter. Not only are they collected in the New Orleans area, but all around the country, and the world as well. They are highly desirable for rare dates, rare krewes, and for the collectible subject matter on the reverses. They have never been sold to the general public by the organizations since they were only made for Mardi Gras throws and favors. They are minted in limited quantities each year, and many hundred's of thousands in collections were lost in the flood waters of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. /font> |
Tommy Trampp | |
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65k | USS Constitution Limited Edition Medallion from the USS Constitution Museum.
The medallion is made from copper sheathing that once clad USS Constitution’s wooden hull. The copper was installed during the ship’s 1973-1976 restoration. The newly coppered ship welcomed Queen Elizabeth during her 1976 visit. The copper was removed during the 1992-1996 restoration. Th medallion is illustrated with images celebrating the earliest years of USS Constitution’s history. On the front is a rendering of the ship based on a circa 1803 painting by Michele Felice Cornè. Painted approximately six years after the ship’s launch in 1797, Cornè’s painting is the earliest known artistic depiction of the ship that is still in existence. His detailed work provides valuable insight into the early appearance of Constitution and her rigging. On the back of the medallion is an artist concept rendering of USS Constitution’s original figurehead, a large full-length statue of the Roman hero, Hercules. The epitome of strength in mythology, Hercules had been proposed by Philadelphia carver, William Rush, who wrote that the ship “ought to be represented by an Herculean figure, standing on the firm rock of independence, resting one hand on the fasces which was bound by the Genius of America, and the other hand presenting a scroll of paper, supposed to be the Constitution. As an actual figurehead on the ship, however, Hercules did not last long. On September 12, 1804, while on patrol in the Mediterranean Sea, Constitution and USS President collided, breaking the figurehead into pieces. It was replaced by a simpler scrollwork billet head, which endured through the War of 1812. Due to its short life, the only known visual depiction of the Hercules figurehead is from Cornè’s circa 1803 painting. |
Tommy Trampp | |
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431k | USS Constitution Military Fest Certificates. Usually sold or given as souvenirs or entry tickets to an event. Given out or sold at Military Reunions, Encampments, Clubs, Enactments, Etc. Highly collectible by Military Buff's. | Tommy Trampp | |
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223k | USS Constitution Once A Chief Always A Chief USN Navy CPO Challenge Coin. | Tommy Trampp | |
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102k | USS Constitution Museum commemorative medallion made from copper removed from the hull of USS Constitution.
The copper was installed in time for Queen Elizabeth's historic visit to "Old Ironsides" in 1976. Forty years later, the USS Constitution Museum has used
the same copper to create this unique collector's item. The obverse of the medallion depicts USS Constitution under full sail encircled by the words “USS CONSTITUTION” and “Old Ironsides.” The image is taken from an oil painting by Marshall Johnson (1850-1921), owned by the USS Constitution Museum. A decorative officer’s button inspired the medallion's reverse. Currently part of the Museum's collection, the original gilt brass button was authorized by the Navy's uniform regulations of 1802 and depicts an American bald eagle and anchor. The Museum embellished the image with the core values of the United States Navy: Honor, Courage, and Commitment. |
Tommy Trampp | |
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367k | USS Constitution Museum commemorative brass coin. It celebrates those who have served aboard her both in battle and in peace.
This brass coin was cast from a previous copper medallion.
On the obverse of the coin is an image of USS Constitution under full sail with the words USS CONSTITUTION-Old Ironsides. The image is taken from an oil painting by Marshall Johnson, part of the museum's collection. On the reverse side is a design inspired by the sea bag of Gunner John Lord who served on board USS Constitution between 1824 and 1828; the sea bag is also part of the USS Constitution Museum's collection. |
Tommy Trampp | |
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216k | 1962 sterling silver medal that was struck by the Heraldic Art Company that commemorates USS Constitution. Issued to fill the void of the discontinuation of commemorative half dollars by the US Mint. | Tommy Trampp | |
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282k | One Troy Oz. pure silver USS Constitution medal minted by Constitution Mint, Provo, Utah, 1973 and 1974 Silver Medals
Inscribed with U.S. Constitution, Article 1, Section 10. "No state shall enter into any treaty, alliance, or confederation; grant letters of marque and reprisal; coin
money; emit bills of credit; make anything but gold and silver coin a tender in payment of debts; pass any bill of attainder, ex post facto law, or law impairing the
obligation of contracts, or grant any title of nobility. No state shall, without the consent of the Congress, lay any imposts or duties on imports or exports, except what may be absolutely necessary for executing it's inspection laws: and the net produce of all duties and imposts, laid by any state on imports or exports, shall be for the use of the treasury of the United States; and all such laws shall be subject to the revision and control of the Congress. No state shall, without the consent of Congress, lay any duty of tonnage, keep troops, or ships of war in time of peace, enter into any agreement or compact with another state, or with a foreign power, or engage in war, unless actually invaded, or in such imminent danger as will not admit of delay." |
Tommy Trampp | |
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138k | Oak wood box (with plaque) made from pieces of USS Constitution. Made from wood and copper from the U.S. frigate Constitution with round brass plaque on top of high-relief design of the vessel under full sail and inscription, "Old Ironsides, Launched 1797, 1804 Tripoli, 1812 Guerriere Java, 1815 Cyane Levant, U.S. frigate Constitution" and rectangular brass plaque on side with the inscription, "This material was taken from the original hull of the U.S. frigate Constitution keel laid 1794 rebuilding 1927"; triangular copper adornments well patinated, two compartments inside. | Tommy Trampp | |
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160k | USS Constitution cannon model made from original wood and metal salvaged from the 1797 restoration.
Ship's cannon model measures 18" long, by 10" wide, by 5" high and weighs about 25 pounds. The cannon barrel is made from a hollowed out "fastener." |
Tommy Trampp | |
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121k | USS Constitution Longines Symphonette Collection Medals, Great American Triumphs Sterling Silver Set. The Longines Symphonette High Relief Sterling Silver Medals from the "Great American Triumphs" Sterling Silver Set were made by Longines-Wittnauer in the 1970's and included a total of 60 medals each medal has its own serial number. | Tommy Trampp | |
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79k | US Navy Stay in School token 1972, featuring USS Constitution | Tommy Trampp | |
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20k | US Navy Recruiting token 1981, featuring USS Constitution | Tommy Trampp | |
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243k | Republic of the Marshall Islands $5 coin, Commemorative issue - History's Great Fighting Ships - Obverse Marshall Islands National Arms - SEAL JEPILPILIN KE EJUKAAN - Reverse Lettering: 1797 USS CONSTITUTION 1997 5 DOLLARS - Edge reeded. | Tommy Trampp | |
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86k | Marshall Islands postage stamp; Frigate USS Constitution 1997 Bicentennial. | Tommy Trampp | |
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25k | US Postal Service USS Constitution forever stamp. Old Ironsides Stamp Commemorates War of 1812 Bicentennial. issued 18 August 2012, | Tommy Trampp | |
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120k | USS Constitution Tall Ship FRA Collectors Series token. | Tommy Trampp | |
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95k | USS Constitution white iron-on ship's patch. | Tommy Trampp | |
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