1962 Medal SH-25-4 Gilt Bronze 39mm Century 21-Million Dollar Display

Coin Details

Description

This 1962 gilt bronze medal at 39mm from the SH-25-4 series features the Million Dollar Display from the Century 21 Exposition. The gilt finish adds a gold-toned appearance to the bronze base, creating a more premium look than the plain bronze version. The Million Dollar Display was one of several crowd-drawing exhibits at the fair that combined entertainment with education about money and economics. The artistic quality of American medals has evolved significantly over time, from the competent but sometimes crude products of early die cutters to the sophisticated sculptural compositions of modern medalists. Advanced medal collectors often pursue thematic collections organized around specific subjects, time periods, manufacturers, or medalists, creating focused holdings that illuminate particular aspects of American commemorative culture. The gilt version occupied the middle tier between bronze and silver in the Century 21 medal hierarchy, offering collectors an attractively finished piece at moderate cost.

Rarity Notes

Gilt bronze 39mm, SH-25-4. Mid-tier finish. Less common than plain bronze.

Cross References

PCGS #888956; SH-25-4; Century 21 Exposition; Million Dollar Display; Gilt