1901 Vintage Illinois Central Railroad 50Th Comm. Medal Tiffany & Co. H. F. Lynn
$ 29.04
Description
1901 VINTAGE ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILROAD 50TH COMM. MEDAL TIFFANY & CO. H. F. LYNN. An surrounding outer border reading:“Illinois Central R.R. Co. Chartered February 10, 1851”. FROM THE INTERNET Widespread Rollout While your image showcases the detailed service reverse, the flip side contains the following iconography. This is a 1901 Vintage Illinois Central Railroad 50th Commemorative Medal by Tiffany & Co., dedicated to Herbert F. Lynn. This bronze medal was circulated in the United States and is a piece of exonumia, specifically a commemorative coin or medal. With its historical significance and craftsmanship by Tiffany & Co., this medal would make a valuable addition to any collection of vintage memorabilia or railroad artifacts. FROM THE INTERNET: This is a vintage 1901 Illinois Central Railroad Company employee service medal commemorating their 50th anniversary, dedicated to Herbert F. Lynn . Significance: This token commemorates the "Fiftieth Anniversary" (1851-1901) of the Illinois Central Railroad Company. Dedication: The medal specifically honors employee Herbert F. Lynn for his 2 years of continuous service. Material and Manufacturer: These medallions were typically made of bronze and were produced by Tiffany & Co. Historical Context & Distribution The Announcement: In January 1901, under the recommendation of Illinois Central Railroad Company President Stuyvesant Fish , the Board of Directors commissioned a massive distribution of commemorative tokens to celebrate the line's golden jubilee. Widespread Rollout: Beginning in March 1901, every single officer and employee active within the corporate system was gifted an anniversary medallion. Individualized Customization: To honor workforce loyalty, each recipient's name was uniquely engraved into the central banner alongside the specific years they dedicated to continuous service. Physical Specifications Manufacturer: These prestige items were officially designed and struck by the world-famous luxury silversmith Tiffany & Co. . The Maker's Mark: The tiny stamped "Tiffany & Co." attribution can be found sitting along the extreme bottom border on the reverse side of the coin. Dimensions: Standard examples measure 35mm in diameter with a thick 3mm profile. Composition: Struck uniformly out of heavy solid bronze with a rich red-brown or dark chocolate patina coat. Designing the Obverse Side (Back Facing) While your image showcases the detailed service reverse, the flip side contains the following iconography: A stylized diamond banner housing the historic company corporate slogan: “Central Mississippi Valley Route” . An surrounding outer border reading: “Illinois Central R.R. Co. Chartered February 10, 1851” . What you see is what you get - I did not use any stock photos for this listing. I combine shipping! 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