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The Personal Memoirs of U.S. Grant
Date:
1885-1886
Object Number:
LIB.XL.CT.G763.A3

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Plaque in case: Simon Bolivar

Object Number: 
877
Medium: 
medal: metal,enamel,textile case: cardboard
Dimensions: 
Overall: 2 x 5 x 5 in. ( 5.1 x 12.7 x 12.7 cm )
Marks: 
medal: obverse: "SIMON BOLIVAR"
Description: 

Medal pin "Venezuela Commander's Plaque Order of Bolivar" in octagonal red case. Starburst-shaped pin with central oval depciting a coat of arms. Blue enamel surrounding the coat of arms with text in gold.

Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Creative: Tronvig Group