Summary
Medal for the Chicago World Fair, United States of America, 1893.
Obverse Description
At the centre, within a circle, a draped bust facing three-quarters left; around, CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS; around all, MEMENTO OF THE WORLD'S FAIR CHICAGO 1893.
Reverse Description
A winged Victory attended by cupids who bear a torch and cornucopia, flying above American Indians with weapons who lie on the ground looking up; in field at left the sun rises over the exhibition building; above, MDCCCXCII; below, MCCCCXCIII
Edge Description
The edge is plain
More Information
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
1893 AD
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Issued By
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Person Depicted
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Material
Copper
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Axis
12
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Classification
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Dimensions
59 mm (Outside Diameter)
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Shape
Round
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