Description: Up for auction is an awesome medallion or medal that was made by Whitehead & Hoag. Whitehead and Hoag began in business in 1892 in Newark, N.J. I perused the internet and could not find a medallion totally like this one. I believe it is special. The bottom circle on the right represents Missouri and the date under the motif is 1820. The circle above center, possibly represents Kansas, and I am pretty sure the bottom left hand side represents Nebraska. I believe the 1820 reference is to the Missouri Compromise of 1820. It had to do with the area known as the Louisiana Purchase. It was a law that allowed Missouri into the Union as a state that allowed slavery. It was in effect until it was repealed by the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854. This all had an impact on the slavery issue and was a forerunner of the Civil War. I don't know why this medallion was struck but it probably was a commemorative of some sort. It may have had a ribbon. There is a small hole where it could be worn on a necklace or ribbon. This medallion is very intricate and each circle has minute figures which I cannot make out. The medallion measures 1 5/8" in diameter. Check out my other interesting and eclectic items. If you have any questions, please email me. Thanks for looking and good luck. I can mail your item via Priority Mail. Your item will be well packed and padded, fully insured and trackable. Payment is appreciated within 5 days of the auction close. I usually ship within 1 business day of cleared payment. Often, I ship on the same day payment is made. Please do not pay until I send you an invoice. Thanks.
Price: 79.99 USD
Location: Omaha, Nebraska
End Time: 2024-11-10T21:38:19.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Signed: Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
California Prop 65 Warning: n/a
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