(c.1875) Medal Cincinnati Industrial Expo Silver 44m

Coin Details

Auction Record

$405 SP62 10-12-2023 eBay

Description

This undated silver medal at 44mm was produced for the Cincinnati Industrial Exposition, a series of annual exhibitions held in Cincinnati, Ohio, during the 1870s-1880s that showcased the city's manufacturing and industrial prowess. Cincinnati was one of America's leading industrial cities in the late nineteenth century, known for its pork processing, machinery production, soap manufacturing, and printing industries. Industrial exposition medals in silver were premium award pieces, presented to exhibitors who demonstrated exceptional products or manufacturing techniques. Museum collections of American medals at the Smithsonian, American Numismatic Society, and regional historical societies provide essential reference material for researchers studying material culture and commemorative practices. The 44mm diameter provides a substantial canvas for the exposition design.

Rarity Notes

Silver 44mm, Cincinnati Industrial Exposition. Premium award medal. Limited silver production.

Cross References

PCGS #930995; Cincinnati Industrial Exposition; Silver; 44mm