Created to honor 250 years of American independence, this commemorative plaque pays tribute to the historic 1823 copperplate engraving of the Declaration of Independence by William J. Stone. The copper plaque honors the artistry and reverence of Stone’s work and pays homage to the nation’s founding document. Designed as a lasting keepsake for collectors, scholars, and patriots alike, it stands as a fitting celebration of America’s enduring pursuit of liberty.

Drafted by 33 year old Thomas Jefferson between June 11 and June 28, 1776, the Declaration of Independence is the nation's most cherished symbol of liberty. It was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, and announced that the 13 American colonies, then at war with Great Britain, regarded themselves as independent states and no longer a part of the British Empire. Instead, they formed a union that would become a new nation: the United States of America.