ONLY (7) MS 66'S AND (6) MS 67'S FINER OUT OF OVER (80) GRADED OF THE TYPE PER THE NGC CENSUS AS OF 7/2023.
ANOTHER MS 65 NGC GRADED EXAMPLE SOLD FOR $252.00 BY HERITAGE AUCTIONS IN MAY 2023.
Issued by State of Connecticut both to commemorate 150th anniversary of death of Nathan Hale, her patriot-martyr son, shot as spy in 1776 and for dedication of Connecticut Building on exposition grounds. Medal designed by George S. Godard; 6 Gold, 25 Silver and 5,000 Bronze pieces struck by Whitehead & Hoag Co.; Gold specimens presented to heads of governments, considered uncollectible. Silver medals presented to important guests; Bronze medals sold at Connecticut Building on exposition grounds and at State Library, Hartford, for 50 cents, or 75 cents if mailed. 250 bronze pieces were remaining in 1980, and offered for sale by the State Library at that time for $8, or $9 if mailed.