Step back into America’s Gilded Age with this impressive 1886 Omaha, Nebraska Exposition Medallion, struck in bronze and certified NGC UNC Details. Issued to commemorate one of the earliest expositions in the region, this medallion is a scarce and fascinating artifact from a pivotal moment in the development of the American Midwest.
Measuring 38.5 mm in diameter, the medallion showcases detailed engraving and bold relief typical of late 19th-century exposition medals. The obverse features a symbolic representation of Omaha’s progress, often including agricultural, industrial, or civic motifs, while the reverse typically bears inscriptions commemorating the event and the city’s emerging status as a center of trade and culture.
Graded Uncirculated Details by NGC, this medallion retains sharp detail and original surfaces, though it may display minor issues such as light cleaning or surface marks. Despite this, its historical significance and visual appeal remain strong, making it an ideal piece for collectors of exposition memorabilia, American medals, or Midwestern history.
With few examples certified and fewer still in uncirculated condition, this 1886 Omaha Exposition Medallion is a distinctive and tangible connection to a bygone era of American innovation and civic pride. A must-have for serious collectors of 19th-century Americana.
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