RARE Orig 1872 BRONZE MEDAL 1871 GREAT CHICAGO FIRE

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RARE Orig 1872 BRONZE MEDAL 1871 GREAT CHICAGO FIRE 1 of 500 MADE FROM BRONZE OF CHICAGO COURTHOUSE BELL This auction is for an original bronze medal struck in 1872 to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. The medal was designed by William Barber and was made using bronze from the bell of the Chicago Court House. Only 500 of these medal were made so they are quite rare. The medal has a diameter of 2” (51mm) and the obverse shows an angel flying above the ruins of Chicago. Text on the obverse reads CHICAGO OCT 8 9 1871 FORT DEARBORN CHICAGO 1812. The reverse shows a Phoenix. The overall condition is Excellent with very light wear and a tiny edge nick at about 10 o’clock position of the reverse. Please look at the photos closely to see the condition. See my other auctions. Offered with NO Reserve. Terms and Conditions All items guaranteed as represented. All returns require e-mail notification within 3 days of receipt. Winning bidder pays 6 oz First Class postage for USA boxed shipment. International orders pay 6 oz postage. My turn-around time for shipping is usually next Business Day, sometimes even same day. Extra USPS services are available by request. Pennsylvania residents who do not have a resale tax license are required to pay 6% sales tax. Combined shipping is available to save you postage . I package your items to withstand read more

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