2013 Finalist National Medal for Museum and Library Service

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The Puritan
1899
1946.253
Dark brown/ black patinated bronze
Artist/Maker: Augustus Saint-Gaudens

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WWI Commemorative Medal

WWI Commemorative Medal
Title
WWI Commemorative Medal
Object name 
medal
Dimensions 
2 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches
Description 
round medal with soldier and allegorical soldier walking on battlefield with sea and ships in background, text states WORLD WAR, verso: laurel with banners stating: BELGIUM, ITALY, SIBERIA, FRANCE, GERMANY, RUSSIA flanking, in center FOR SERVICE 1917-1919 PRESENTED BY THE STATE OF NEW YORK, with crest above, blue and white ribbon with metal clasp
Object Number 
Z.3568
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.