Danish medal for the 1876 Centennial Exposition
Danish medal for the 1876 Centennial Exposition
Updated on September 3, 2026: This has been sold.
Copper medal issued for the United States Centennial Exhibition held in Philadelphia in 1876, also known as the “Danish Medal.”
One side shows a portrait of George Washington in a wreathed oval, flanked by winged cherubs holding a wreath above. An eagle appears below, with a banner reading “E Pluribus Unum.” Around the border: “Let Us Have Peace” and “1776 The Centennial Year of the United States of America 1876.”
The opposite side shows an allegorical scene for the International Exhibition, with America wearing a liberty cap and presenting wreaths to figures representing Art, Mechanics, Commerce, and Agriculture. The lower inscription reads “Philadelphia 1876.”
Also pictured with a quarter to give you a better idea of the size.
Size: Approximately 50 mm
Shipping: $15. Please allow two weeks for shipping.
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