Hudson-Fulton Medal
Artist
Medallic Art Co., N.Y.
Artist/Culture
Chester Beach
(American, 1881–1956)
Date1909
Mediumsilver
Dimensions3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.)
ClassificationsMetalwork
Credit LineGift of the Commission of Hudson-Fulton Celebration
Object number1916.123.2
Descriptionobv: Two heads in relief, and, HENRY HUDSON. 1609. ROBERT FULTON. 1807. and date 1909 signed, beside heads: C Beach(at left, very faint) rev: low relief of New York City(?) in background with standing female figure, holding in hands a sailing ship and steamer, and, HUDSON-FULTON. CELEBRATION.N.Y.. No marks. Silver bar, marked COMMISSION with blue, white, and orange ribbon. Stamped: Medallic Art Co, N.Y.
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