1893 Columbian Exposition World Globe Medal HK174 So-Called Dollar

This 1893 Columbian Exposition World Globe Medal is a so-called dollar, cataloged as HK174 (Eglit #9). It is offered in circulated condition; see photos for the exact coin you will receive and for surface details and wear. This piece fits well in a Collectibles or U.S. exposition medal collection. Free shipping is included with your purchase. Check the listing for details.

USD 50.00
circulated condition, see photos.
LocationBedford Hills US
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Seller tecollectables
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1893 Columbian Exposition World Globe Medal HK174 So-Called Dollar Specs
World Fair1893 Chicago
Year1893
ThemeWorld’s Fairs
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Listing details

I have for sale a souvenir medal from the 1893 Columbian Exposition that was held in Chicago, Illinois. The medal is aluminum, it is 1 3/4 inch in diameter (44mm) and in circulated condition, see photos. This medal is listed in the So Called Dollar catalog as HK174, in the Eglit catalog as and in the new Starlust catalog as ST-eg-9. The obverse at the rim reads WORLD'S FAIR - SOUVENIR. In the center it shows the exposition buildings and grounds on a globe. At the bottom of the scene, it reads, WORLD'S COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION - CHICAGO1892-3. The reverse shows a Columbus landing scene also on a globe. Under the scene it reads LANDING OF COLUMBUS IN AMERICA - OCTOBER 12TH 1492. In tiny letters at the bottom rim, it reads, PAT'D DEC. 1, 1891. Please see over 950 more collectibles for sale in my EBAY STORE at TE Collectables. (19,590 DRE)