Medal, Commemorative
Object number2010.88.12
Manufacturer
Bastian Brothers Company
OriginRochester, NY
MediumGold
Credit LineGift of Beverly Scott Harrington and Eileen Scott Gritton Harrington
DescriptionMedal is round, with wavy edges (like those of a wax seal), with an opening at the top. The seal at the center is topped with an eagle holding two branches. The seal itself is separated into three sections: the first contains an image of a ship under full sail; the second, a plow; the third, three sheaves of wheat. To the left of the seal is a stalk of corn, and to the right, an olive branch. The outer ring identifies the seal and has thee stars at the bottom. The reverse side of the medal shows the reverse image of the outline of the seal and the maker's mark.Dimensions1.5 x 1.687 in. (3.8 x 4.3 cm)InscriptionsThe outer ring states "SEAL OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA",
MarksThe reverse side of the medal text "BASTION BROS CO. / ROCHESTER, N.Y." with central seal with letters "M.P.B / P.I.U."
Historical NotesPart of a collection relating to the Pennsylvania Grand Army of the Republic and John Remley who served in the Civil War and was active in the leadership of the GAR. The collection documents the military career of a Civil War soldier from the Western Pennsylvania region.
Previous owner
John Britton Remley
(1844 - 1914)
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Bastian Brothers Company
1932-2017
Bastian Brothers Company
