Centennial Exhibition Women's Pavilion Medal, 1876
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Philadelphia's Centennial Exhibition was the first world's fair to contain a Women's Pavilion. The building displayed women's fine and decorative arts, their inventions and a record of their philanthropic endeavors. The inscription found on this coin -- similar to the phrase that adorned each entrance of the pavilion -- reminded visitors of women's contributions and their expanding role in society.
Philadelphia's Centennial Exhibition was the first world's fair to contain a Women's Pavilion. The building displayed women's fine and decorative arts, their inventions and a record of their philanthropic endeavors. The inscription found on this coin -- similar to the phrase that adorned each entrance of the pavilion -- reminded visitors of women's contributions and their expanding role in society.
Artifact
Medal
Date Made
1876
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
75.142.37
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Nate S. Shapero & Ruth B. Shapero Collection.
Material
Opaque white glass
Color
White (Color)
Dimensions
Diameter: 2.125 in
Inscriptions
side 1: HER WORKS PRAISE HER / WOMEN'S / PAVILION
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