Centennial Exhibition Souvenir Pendant, 1876
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Artifact Overview
The first official World's Fair held in the United States celebrated the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Around ten million people visited Philadelphia during the Centennial International Exhibition of 1876. Many returned home with mementos of the exposition, such as this souvenir pendant.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Pendant (Jewelry)
Date Made
1876
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
75.142.246
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Nate S. Shapero & Ruth B. Shapero Collection.
Material
Leather
Wood (Plant material)
Velvet (Fabric weave)
Dimensions
Height: 2.25 in
Width: 1.75 in
Inscriptions
Obverse in gold printing: 1776 / CENTENNIAL / 1876
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