Museum Collections
Luce Center
Medal
Object Number:
2008.42.148
Date:
1892
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
diameter: 35mm (1 3/8 in.)
Description:
Silver struck medal with obverse showing sailing ship at sea; legend: "DECUBRIMIENTO DE AMERICA/ 1492 . 1892." Reverse shows seal of eagle above crossed drapes; legend: "CONGRESO DE COLOMBIA/ BOGOTA."
Credit Line:
Gift of the Naval History Society, 1925
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.