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1890 Deseret Agr. & Mfg. Soc. Gold Medal

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:550.00 USD Estimated At:1.00 - 1,000,000.00 USD
1890 Deseret Agr. & Mfg. Soc. Gold Medal
<B>1890 Deseret Agricultural and Manufacturing Society Award Gold Medal.</B></I> 27 mm, 9.3 gm of 14-kt gold. A second Deseret Agricultural and Manufacturing Society medal, virtually identical to the previous described lot. Differences are noted in the engraving style and lettering size, with the only difference in wording "TO HARNESS" on this medal and "TO POLE" on the preceding lot. <BR> Arthur L. Thomas was the 13th territorial governor (1889-1893) of the Utah Territory, which attained statehood in 1896. These medals were issued both in gold and silver. Other fair prizes included monetary, diplomas, or memberships in the society in multiple categories including home production, agriculture, livestock exhibition, as well as horsemanship exhibitions such as this. There is slight handling rub on this medal, but the overall appearance is attractive, with no distracting marks. Territorial notations on medals or scrip from Utah are scarce and always under intense demand. These medals are <I>rare and seldom offered. </B></I>A rare opportunity for the astute collector.<BR><BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coins & Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)
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