The Sesquicentennial Medallion of The United States Military Academy
The Sesquicentennial Medallion of The United States Military Academy
The Sesquicentennial Medallion of The United States Military Academy
The Sesquicentennial Medallion of The United States Military Academy

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The Sesquicentennial Medallion of The United States Military Academy,

1952

Laura Gardin Fraser, American,1889–1966
Manufactory: Medallic Art Co.
y1952-71

Information

Title
The Sesquicentennial Medallion of The United States Military Academy
Dates

1952

Maker
Laura Gardin Fraser
Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
diam. 7.6 cm (3 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of The United States Military Academy
Object Number
y1952-71
Place Made

North America, United States

Inscription
Circular inscription, along upper and lower edges, in relief: WEST POINT / DUTY HONOR COUNTRY / WEST POINT MDCCCII U.S.M.A.; Verso, circular inscription, along upper and lower edges, in relief: UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY / 1802 1952 SESQUICENTENNIAL
Marks/Labels/Seals
Verso, inscribed, bottom center, in relief: L.C.F. / SC; Verso, stamped, lower right: copyright mark;
Culture
American
Type
medals
Materials
bronze
Subject
eagles, swords, stars, sunbursts, plant-derived motifs, shields (motifs), commemoratives, banners, helmets, torches (lighting devices)

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