Reward of merit medal
Probably Boston, Massachusetts, 1788
Silver, engraved on both sides, diameter approximately 1 ¾ inches
Engraved on front: “PHILLIPS ACADEMY 1788”
Engraved on verso: “REWARD OF MERIT”

Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts was founded in 1778 by Samuel Philips, Jr. (1752-1802). The seal of the school was designed by Paul Revere (1735-1818). Dated 1788, this medal is thought to be the earliest dated example known from the school.