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Hans Schuler, Medallic Art Company

“B. & O. Railroad Centennial” Medal

1926

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Hans Schuler, Medallic Art Company

“B. & O. Railroad Centennial” Medal

1926

Physical Qualities Bronze, 3/16 x 2 3/4 in. (0.5 x 7 cm)
Credit Line Gift of the President and Directors of the B. & O.
Object Number 1927.5.1
Medallic Art Co., NY Obverse: Train on a mountain track; nude male figure flying alongside; "One Hundred Years. Safety Strength Speed" signed HS Reverse: Steam engine in a rectangular cage on wheels; "Peter Cooper's 'Tom Thumb.' " "The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company, 1827-1927"

Inscribed: Obverse: "One Hundred Years / Safety Strength Speed / [signed] HS" Reverse: "The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company, 1827-1927 / Peter Cooper's / 'Tom Thumb.' "

Markings: Along edge: "Medallic Art Co., NY"

Artist

Hans Schuler

American, 1874-1951
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Manufacturer

Medallic Art Company

1903-2018
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