John F. Kennedy - Lyndon B. Johnson Medal, 1961. .999 Silver, Bronze, 69.3mm. By Philip Kraczkowski. Choice Uncirculated. Obv. Busts l. from special uniface medal presented to LBJ by the Inaugural Committee. Rev. Seals of the 35th President, 37th Vice President. Struck by Robbins Co. for Executive Designs Inc. 2 pieces.
This obverse was created for a unique 70mm gold medallion presented to the determined Johnson, who first demanded to be portrayed on the official inaugural medal by Paul Manship. Executive Designs then used the obverse for its abortive series of Presidents and Vice Presidents.
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