This campaign medal was made by the Scovill Manufacturing Company of Waterbury, Connecticut around 1852. The Scovill Company was established in 1802 as a button manufacturer that is still in business today. Scovill was an early industrial American innovator, adapting armory manufacturing processes to mass-produce a variety of consumer goods including campaign medals. The medal is holed in the top so it could be worn.
Obverse: Bust of Franklin Pierce facing right. Legend reads: GEN FRANK PIERCE THE STATESMAN & SOLDIER.
Reverse: Legend reads: FOR PRESIDENT GEN. FRANK PIERCE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE, FOR VICE PRESIDENT WILLIAM R. KING OF ALABAMA.
Souvenir leather coin purse commemorating the New York Exhibiton of the Works fo Industry of All Nations. The purse has a depiction of the Fair's Crystal Palace exhibition building.
New York's 1853 Exhibition of the Industry of all Nations was the United States' attempt to emulate the success of Britain's groundbreaking 1851 Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition. To that aim, a Crystal Palace exhibition building, similar to the iconic structure built for the Great Exhibition, was constructed in the area now known as Manhattan's Bryant Park. Another architectural landmark, the Latting Observatory, was also constructed. A 315-foot-tall wooden tower, the Observatory was, at the time, the tallest structure in New York, allowing visitors unprecedented views of the surrounding landscape.
The exposition, America's first attempt at a World's Fair, ran from July 14, 1853, until November 14, 1854. It attracted over one million visitors, who could see innovations such as Elisha Otis' safety lift (which allowed for the development of passenger elevators,) photographs from Matthew Brady, a demonstration of the Morse telegraph, and theatrical productions from PT Barnum.
Both the New York Crystal Palace and the Latting Observatory were destroyed by fire not long after the conclusion of the Fair: The Observatory in 1856 and the Palace in 1858.
Souvenir box commemorating the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations The box features a depiction of the exhibition's Crystal Palace.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936.
Souvenir from The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations.Object is a metal plaque with depicition of the Crystal Palace. Plaque is in a circular metal frame with hook.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936
Souvenir reverse painting on glass commemorating the Great Exhibiton of the Works of Industry of All Nations. Painting depicts the exterior of the Crystal Palace. Shell frame.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936
Souvenir box commemorating the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations The box features a depiction of The Crystal Palace.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936.
Souvenir pincushion commemorating the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations. Center depicts the exterior of the Crystal Palace; concentric circles; marked EXHIBITION PINS FOR ALL NATIONS 1851 [/] Peace on Earth and Good Will to Men.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936
Victoria Queen of Great Britain and Ireland and Empress of India
ID Number
1989.0438.0048
catalog number
1989.0438.0048
accession number
1989.0438
Description
Souvenir Medal commemorating the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations. Medal features the likeness of Queen Victoria and a depicition of the exhibition's Crystal Palace.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936
Souvenir Medal commemorating the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations. Medal features the likenesses of Queen Victori,a Prince Albert and the three royal children, as well as a depiction of the exhibition's Crystal Palace.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936
Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations Souvenir creamer. Object has a blue and white transfer print featuring a depiction of the Crystal Palace.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936.
Souvenir Fabric from the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations. Fabric features Alphabetical Depiction of Visitors to Fair in Octagonal Panels. Central Design is a Depiction of tjhe Crystal Palace. Beaded Border. Rhyming Text Phrases
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936
Souvenir mug from the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations. Mug has a gilded handle and gold band. It is decorated with a depiction of the exhibition's Crystal Palace.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936.
Souvenir mug from the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936.
Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations Souvenir Plate with a blue and white transfer print of the Crystal Palace.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936.
Souvenir fabric commemorating the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations. Fabric is grey, brown, green, and ochre with printed and glazed cotton chintz. Central design depicts the Crystal Palace with international visitors gathered outside.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936
Souvenir mug commemorating the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations. Mug reads A Present from the Crystal Palace.
The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations, or Great Exhibition, was held in England in 1851. Considered the first World's Fair, the exposition showcased international industrial advancements as well as artistic and cultural products.
25 countries, including the United States, participated in the event, popularly referred to as the The Crystal Palace Exhibition, after the immense (1,851 feet long, 128 feet high) glass and iron building constructed in London's Hyde Park to house over 14,000 exhibitors.
Between May and October 1851, The Great Exhibition attracted about 40,000 daily visitors, for a total of six million guests.
Following the conclusion of the Exhibition, the Crystal Palace was dismantled and relocated to another area of London whose environs were eventually renamed after the building. The palace was destroyed in a fire in 1936.
