No Date Medal Rainier National Park 72mm Lucky Penny

Coin Details

Description

This undated medal at 72mm is a "Lucky Penny" souvenir from Mount Rainier National Park. Mount Rainier, the highest peak in the Cascade Range at 14,411 feet, is one of the most iconic mountains in the American West and the centerpiece of the national park established in 1899. Lucky Penny tourist medals from national parks are a popular collecting specialty, with pieces available from dozens of park sites. The medallic commemorative tradition in America accelerated during the centennial celebrations of the late nineteenth century, with the 1876 Centennial Exposition generating an unprecedented number of medallic issues. Medallic art sits at the intersection of numismatics, sculpture, and decorative arts, attracting collectors with diverse backgrounds and scholarly interests who appreciate the medium's unique combination of artistic and historical significance. The 72mm format makes this a substantial souvenir piece suitable for display alongside other national park memorabilia.

Rarity Notes

72mm Lucky Penny souvenir. Mount Rainier National Park. Tourist attraction medal.

Cross References

PCGS #928952; Rainier National Park; Lucky Penny; Tourist Souvenir; Washington State