Medal, Political
Medal, Political
Medal, Political

Medal, Political

Object number2015.22.87
Datec. 1856
MediumMetal
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionLight gold-toned circular metal token. At top is ring attached to token through a hole. In the center is an image of John C. Fremont, facing proper left. Raised text above and below image. On the reverse side is the Great Seal of the U.S., with the eagle facing proper right. Raised text along top edge above the Seal.DimensionsDiameter: 1.125 in. (2.9 cm)
InscriptionsIn the center is an image of Fremont, facing proper left. Along the top reads: "JOHN FREMONT." Across the bottom reads "FREE SOIL & FREE SPEECH". On the reverse side is the Great Seal of the U.S., with the eagle facing proper right. Across the top reads :" UNITED STATES [ end cut off by hole] OF AMERICA."
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