Liberty Bell Replicas

According to the Christoph Paccard Bell Foundry:

The Liberty Bell was first cast by the Bell Foundry, in London, in 1752. The Liberty Bell was twice recast in
Philadelphia by John Pass and John Stow in 1753 after it cracked.

In 1950, Paccard cast 55 full size liberty bell replicas. These bells can be seen today on the capital grounds
of each state and at federal offices.

The words on the Liberty Bell are, "Proclaim Liberty throughout all the Land unto all the Inhabitants Thereof",
and from the Old Testament, the book of Leviticus, chapter 25, verse 10.

The Liberty Bell today is an internationally recognized icon for freedom, but that has not always been so. The
bell was ordered for the Pennsylvania State House (today known as Independence Hall) in 1752, just after the
50th anniversary of William Penn's Charter of Privileges, Pennsylvania's liberal colonial constitution.

Except for short periods, such as when it was hidden away during the Revolutionary War, the Liberty Bell spent
its first 222 years in that famous building, ringing for routine meetings, special gatherings, and ceremonial
occasions. Later, anti-slavery groups adopted it as a symbol of their cause and coined its name, The Liberty
Bell, in the early 19th century. After the Civil War, the Liberty Bell in an effort to reunite the nation,
traveled across the country. Since then, many groups have used it as a symbol of their struggles for liberty and equality.

The bell weighs about 2080 pounds. The real Liberty Bell is made up of ~ 70% copper, 25% tin, and small amounts
of lead, zinc, arsenic, gold, and silver. It hangs from what is believed to be its original yoke, made from
American elm, also known as slippery elm.

Its message of liberty and freedom reaches people all over the world, even though the Liberty Bell no longer rings.

Click on thumbnails to see larger images.

Montgomery, Alabama
In Montgomery, on the south side of the State Capitol, and northwest of the intersection of Washington Ave and S Union St.
32°22'37.5"N 86°18'01.7"W === 32.377076N 86.300466W
photos taken by Angie Wallace, 1/14/2024
        

Phoenix, Arizona
In Phoenix, on east side of State Capitol building, on west side of 17th Ave between W Adams St and W Jefferson St.
33°26'53.3"N 112°05'47.6"W === 33.448139N 112.096556W
photos taken by Randy Bishop, 10/1/2013 and 1/18/2014
        

Dedicated to you, a free citizen in a free land. This reproduction of the Liberty Bell was presented to the people
of Arizona by direction of the Honorable John W. Synder, Secretary of the Treasury.
As the inspirational symbol of the United States Savings Bonds independence drive from May 15 to July 4, 1950, it was
displayed in every part of this state.
The dimensions and tone are identical with those of the original Liberty Bell when it rang out our independence in 1776.
In standing before this symbol, you have the opportunity to dedicate yourself, as did our founding fathers, to the
principles of the individual freedom for which our nation stands.
This bell is one of fifty-three cast in France in 1950, and given to the United States government by: American Smelting
and Refining Company, Miami Copper Company, Anaconda Copper Mining Company, Phelps Dodge Corporation, Kennecott Copper
Corporation, The American Metal Company, Limited. Steel supports by U. S. Steel Corporation's American Bridge Company.
This plaque donated by Revere Copper and Brass Incorporated.

Jackson, Mississippi
In Jackson, on the south side of the State Capitol, and northwest of the intersection of Mississippi St and N President St.
32°18'11.0"N 90°10'56.1"W === 32.303056N 90.182250W
photos taken by Angie Wallace, 1/16/2024
        

Lincoln, Nebraska
In Lincoln, in Antelope Park, on southwest side of Normal Blvd between A St and South St.
40°47'47.2"N 96°40'30.8"W === 40.796444N 96.675222W
photos taken by Randy Bishop, 4/27/2021
           

Dedicated to you, a free citizen in a free land. This reproduction of the Liberty Bell was presented to the people
of Nebraska by direction of the Honorable John W. Synder, Secretary of the Treasury.
As the inspirational symbol of the United States Savings Bonds independence drive from May 15 to July 4, 1950, it was
displayed in every part of this state.
The dimensions and tone are identical with those of the original Liberty Bell when it rang out our independence in 1776.
In standing before this symbol, you have the opportunity to dedicate yourself, as did our founding fathers, to the
principles of the individual freedom for which our nation stands.
This bell is one of fifty-three cast in France in 1950, and given to the United States government by: American Smelting
and Refining Company, Miami Copper Company, Anaconda Copper Mining Company, Phelps Dodge Corporation, Kennecott Copper
Corporation, The American Metal Company, Limited. Steel supports by U. S. Steel Corporation's American Bridge Company.
This plaque donated by Revere Copper and Brass Incorporated.

Nashville, Tennessee
In Nashville, on the east side of the State Capitol, and northwest of the intersection of Charlotte Ave and 6th Ave N.
36°09'56.9"N 86°47'00.4"W === 36.165806N 86.783444W
photo taken by Angie Wallace, 1/13/2024
     

Cheyenne, Wyoming
In Cheyenne, on southwest side of State Capitol building, on northeast corner of W 24th St and Carey Ave.
41°08'22.5"N 104°49' 15.5"W === 41.139583N 104.820972W (in 2012 and at least until 2018)
photos taken Randy Bishop, 3/3/2012
              
According to Cowboy State Daily(3/24/2024), a replica bell is in the lobby the Excal Inc foundary, 1 Excal Way, Mills, Wyoming.
42°50'52.9"N 106°22'06.6"W === 42.848028N 106.368500W
Note, this might not be the bell that was on the grounds of the Wyoming State Capitol. See Historical Marker Database.
     

Dedicated to you, a free citizen in a free land. This reproduction of the Liberty Bell was presented to the people
of Wyoming by direction of the Honorable John W. Synder, Secretary of the Treasury.
As the inspirational symbol of the United States Savings Bonds independence drive from May 15 to July 4, 1950, it was
displayed in every part of this state.
The dimensions and tone are identical with those of the original Liberty Bell when it rang out our independence in 1776.
In standing before this symbol, you have the opportunity to dedicate yourself, as did our founding fathers, to the
principles of the individual freedom for which our nation stands.
This bell is one of fifty-three cast in France in 1950, and given to the United States government by: American Smelting
and Refining Company, Miami Copper Company, Anaconda Copper Mining Company, Phelps Dodge Corporation, Kennecott Copper
Corporation, The American Metal Company, Limited. Steel supports by U. S. Steel Corporation's AmericanBridge Company.
This plaque donated by Revere Copper and Brass Incorporated.

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