Allen in MT Posted November 1, 2015 Share Posted November 1, 2015 A friend of mine found this medal and can't find anything about it. On the back is the company Whittfield and Hoague New Jersey. This company was bought out long ago and the old company records were destroyed. Any help appreciated.thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nugget108 Posted November 1, 2015 Share Posted November 1, 2015 Are you sure it's a medal? Looks like a nice old decorative peice. Either way, it is very cool. Wish I could help. Nice find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampstomper Al Posted November 1, 2015 Share Posted November 1, 2015 I agree with Dan..Pretty neat looking regardless.. Swamp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoser John Posted November 1, 2015 Share Posted November 1, 2015 First thing that comes to mind is a commerative piece as spot for a picture and name?? Or an award presentation for deeds done?? RIGHTEOUS find never seen another in 60+ years of collecting-John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allen in MT Posted November 1, 2015 Author Share Posted November 1, 2015 First thing that comes to mind is a commerative piece as spot for a picture and name?? Or an award presentation for deeds done?? RIGHTEOUS find never seen another in 60+ years of collecting-JohnThat's what I was thinking, some award or campaign medal poss from back east or south judging from the headress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Idaho Jim Posted November 1, 2015 Share Posted November 1, 2015 I'm wondering if it may have been something the government gave to a chief of an indian tribe. If so, it nay have some serious value, if it could be authenticated.Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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