Medal Awarded to Henry Ford by Illinois Manufacturers Association, 1930

THF158598 / Medal Awarded to Henry Ford by Illinois Manufacturers Association, 1930
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Artifact Overview

Henry Ford was recognized as more than an automotive industrialist; throughout his many years in the public eye he was acknowledged by many civic and corporate associations. This medal was awarded to Henry Ford by Illinois Manufacturers Association at their annual meeting in 1930, recognizing his contributions to industrial progress.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Commemorative medal

Date Made

1930

Subject Date

09 December 1930

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.1510.141

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. From the Estate of Henry and Clara Ford.

Material

Brass (Alloy)
Bronze
Leather
Satin
Velvet (Fabric weave)

Color

Red

Dimensions

Height: 1 in
Width: 5.25 in
Length: 5.5 in

Inscriptions

NATIONAL PROSPERITY / AMERICAN INDUSTRY [front] AWARDED TO / HENRY FORD / BY / ILLINOIS MANUFACTURERS / ASSOCIATION / AT ANNUAL MEETING / DECEMBER 9, 1930 / IN RECOGNITION OF HIS / CONTRIBUTION TO / INDUSTRIAL PROGRESS [reverse]
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