California Midwinter Exposition Official Medal
1894 · SH 7-1 GP · HK-245
| Reference | SH 7-1 GP HK-245 |
|---|---|
| Date | 1894 |
| Metal | Gold-Plated Brass |
| Weight | 17.22 g |
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| Rarity | R-6 |
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The exposition official medal was struck in the Mechanics Building at the exposition under contract by agent J. W. Ewing of the U.S. Interior Department, its purpose was to showcase the great wealth and riches of California to the world. Dies were engraved by Charles E. Barber and produced by the Philadelphia Mint. Gold-plated medals were struck on opening day.