1853 New York Crystal Palace
New York City, New York
America's first foray into the promotion of the fruits of the industrial age followed the successful 1851 Great Exhibition in England. It showcased the industrial achievements of the world and demonstrated the nationalistic pride of a relatively young nation and all that America stood for. The English influence lead to the construction of an American version of the English Crystal Palace in iron and glass as the Grand Hall for the Exhibition. Two different so-called dollars were struck in various compositions for this exposition. The details for both are cataloged in my 2023 book So-Called Dollars Volume I: United States Expositions. Click on the “View All” link below to see them.
So-Called Dollars Category SH 1:
New York Crystal Palace Official Medal
1853 · SH 1-1 BS · HK-5 · Brass
Struck for the first “International” Exposition held in the United States, hosted in New York…
New York Crystal Palace Official Medal
1853 · SH 1-1 WM · HK-6 · White Metal
Struck for the first “International” Exposition held in the United States and hosted in New…
Crystal Palace Industry of All Nations
1853 · SH 1-2 WM · HK-7A · White Metal
Engraved by George Hampden Lovett, micro signature G.H. Lovett N.Y. below the building. George Lovett…