Collection Highlights
Geometrical Lathe-work Proof
Date:
Object Number:
PR.221.63
Medium:
Engraving
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Luce Center
Medal
Object Number:
2008.42.72
Date:
1893
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
diameter: 21.5mm (7/8 in.)
Description:
Struck silver medalet with obverse showing left-facing hatted bust-length portrait of Columbus between dates "14" and "92"; legend: "WORLD'S COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION CHICAGO./ 1893" Reverse shows domed building over "ADMINISTRATION BULDING"; legend around edge: "COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION/ CHICAGO." Hole punched at top with ring hanger.
Credit Line:
Gift of the Naval History Society, 1925
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
