CVC & Collectables presents the 1888 Grover Cleveland Political Campaign Medal, cataloged as DeWitt-GC-1888-16-AE, an outstanding bronze political token from the presidential race of 1888. This 19mm medal features the Democratic ticket—President Grover Cleveland and VP running mate Allen G. Thurman—struck in exceptional detail and preserved in an extraordinary NGC MS 67 BN grade.
Medal Highlights:
- Date: 1888
- Candidates: Grover Cleveland & Allen G. Thurman
- Composition: Bronze
- Diameter: 19 mm
- Grade: NGC MS 67 BN (Brown)
- Catalog Reference: DeWitt-GC-1888-16-AE
- Obverse: Portraits of Cleveland and Thurman side-by-side
- Reverse: Inscription “Democratic Candidates” beneath a depiction of the White House and the date 1888
Historical Significance:
This medal commemorates the 1888 U.S. presidential election, a tightly contested race between incumbent Grover Cleveland and Republican challenger Benjamin Harrison. Though Cleveland won the popular vote, he lost the electoral college—a pivotal moment in American electoral history.
The inclusion of the White House on the reverse served as a symbol of incumbency and authority, while the use of dual portraiture underscored party unity during a contentious campaign.
Collectibility:
- An early American political medal in superb gem condition, this piece stands out for its:
- Sharp strike and high eye appeal
- Historic political subject matter
- Exceptional preservation (top pop grade)
It is a must-have for collectors of political exonumia, 19th-century campaign memorabilia, or Grover Cleveland artifacts. Few examples survive in such pristine condition, making this an elite-level political token from a key moment in presidential history. Find more alike here!
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