1926 Philatelic Exhibition New York - Emil Fuchs medal

Description: 1926 double-sided bronze plaquette International Philatelic Exhibition New York presentation medal "Awarded to Thomas H. Lee, Jr." in the original "Medallic Art Co. New York" Box. Both the box and the medal are in exceptional condition. Width is 3 1/2" and height (at its highest point) is 2 1/8" This medal was designed by Emil Fuchs, a famous Austrian/American sculptor and medallist who moved to New York City after World War I. The Obverse side shows the New York City skyline with two steamboats. The reverse side of the medal depicts America (Lady Columbia) descending steps leading from the US Capitol (in the background) surrounded by figures representing other nations of the world. The artist's (Emil Fuchs) initials are in the design at the extreme left of the reverse -- "EF." I believe this medal was awarded to one of the winning exhibiters who competed in 20 different exhibition categories (650 total exhibits). The 1926 IPEX was a grand 8-day affair (October 16-23) and only the second event of its kind (the first IPEX was held in 1913). The total value of the stamps exhibited was estimated at over $10,000,000 and included the famous British Guiana stamp that was then owned by Arthur Hinds (the first time the legendary stamp was displayed in the United States). From the White House, President Calvin Coolidge turned a golden key that was connected to the Grand Central Palace, formally opening the exhibition. Thousands of collectors lined up to view 800 frames, which each held 30 pages. This plaquette is made of solid bronze and was likely awarded to a 3rd place winner (they also had gold and silver awards). Free Domestic Shipping - Not a reproduction. This is an original item. You will receive the exact item pictured. It is an original item and not a reproduction. It's completely authentic. FREE United States of America Postal Service FIRST CLASS MAIL SHIPPING to the United States. I prefer eBay's Payment System. If you wish to pay by any other means, please message me before buying at and ask permission, which will not be unreasonably withheld. When I send an invoice after you have purchased the item, please immediately remind me that you will be paying by another means. The United States Postal Service has an excellent record with my shipments. I have been a member of the American Philatelic Society since 1978 and have been selling on eBay for over 20 years. You will need to work through Sales Tax issues with eBay if for some reason you feel you should not be automatically charged sales tax. I cannot do anything about sales tax as eBay takes it and I never see it. Thank you for taking the time to view my items and make sure to review the other items in my eBay retail store, especially in this category.

Price: 1885 USD

Location: Richmond, Virginia

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