Medal, Commemorative
Object number2006.132.1 a,b
Manufacturer
J.R. Reed & Company
Date1860
MediumMetal; Leather; Felt; Paint
Credit LineGift of Jean L. Carver
DescriptionCircular metal medallion. Brown leather box with red felt lining.Dimensions2 x 0.125 x 2 in. (5.1 x 0.3 x 5.1 cm)InscriptionsStamp "ALLEGHENY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY" and the maker. On the opposite side: wheat decoration along the edge; embossed at top in an arc: "AWARDED TO" and engraved writing and decorations below: "H. SAMSON / For The Best / Assortment / OF / COFFINS / 1860".
Marks"J.R. REED & CO. / JEWLERS . PITTSBURGH"
Historical NotesGiven to H. Samson by the Allegheny County Agricultural Society in the late 1800s.Label TextOne year after opening his business, Hudson won this medal for “best assortment of coffins” at the annual County Fair.
Related person
H. Samson
Related institution
Allegheny County Agricultural Society
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