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Honor Medal

1917–1918
manufacturer

American Car and Foundry Co.

(American)
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Culture
America
Medium
bronze
Measurements
Diameter: 6.4 cm (2 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of W. Frank Purdy 1920.245
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Location
Not on view
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A circular bronze medal features a muscular man poised mid-swing, hammer raised above an anvil where a snake coils. Behind him, ships sit on the horizon. Arched text reads, "PRESENTED BY THE AMERICAN CAR AND FOUNDRY COMPANY" above "1917–1918." On the reverse, a draped figure strides against a radiant sunburst, extending a palm branch. Horizontal text reads, "FOR SERVICE FAITHFULLY RENDERED." The relief captures industrial might and flowing, dynamic motion.

Honor Medal

1917–1918

American Car and Foundry Co.

(American)
America

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