1963 Silver Medal Idaho Territorial Centennial Medallic Art Co., NY

Coin Details

Description

This 1963 silver medal by Medallic Art Company of New York commemorates the Idaho Territorial Centennial, marking the 100th anniversary of the creation of Idaho Territory in 1863. Idaho Territory was carved from portions of Washington, Dakota, and Nebraska Territories by President Abraham Lincoln on March 4, 1863, during the Civil War. The territory encompassed a vast area that would later be divided to create Montana and Wyoming Territories as well. The centennial celebration in 1963 honored Idaho's frontier heritage, including the gold rush that brought settlers to the Boise Basin, the role of the Oregon Trail, and the territory's evolution toward statehood in 1890. The silver composition indicates a premium commemorative produced for dignitaries and serious collectors associated with the centennial celebrations. Medallic Art Company's production of state and territorial centennial medals was a regular part of their business, as states and territories across the nation marked these important historical milestones with medallic commemorations. The Idaho Territorial Centennial silver medal documents a pivotal moment in the settlement of the American West.

Rarity Notes

Silver. Medallic Art Co. NY. Idaho Territorial Centennial. Territorial anniversary medals are specialized and were produced in limited quantities. Scarce.

Cross References

PCGS #931399