Antique 1826 - 1922 Rochester Times Union #1002 Whitehead & Hoag Embossed New Headquarters Building Silver Medal
The Rochester Times-Union 1826 1922 Medal is a historical promotional token/medal issued in 1922 to commemorate the opening of the newspaper's new headquarters building in Rochester, New York. Obverse (Front): Features an image of a five-story building. It bears the text "Rochester Times Union 1826 1922" along with a notation celebrating the opening of their new home. Reverse (Back): "The First Daily Paper West Of The Hudson River Was The Rochester Union And Advertiser. Merged With The Evening Times In 1918. It Is Now The First In It's Field. This Token Commemorates The Opening Of It's New Home. May The Holder Of It Enjoy Prosperity And Success.". The very bottom edge of the medal or hidden in tiny text near the border on the back, you will often find a maker's mark that reads "W&H Co. Newark NJ". Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
Dimensions: 1.5" diameter
Condition: Excellent Condition
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The Rochester Times-Union 1826 1922 Medal is a historical promotional token/medal issued in 1922 to commemorate the opening of the newspaper's new headquarters building in Rochester, New York. Obverse (Front): Features an image of a five-story building. It bears the text "Rochester Times Union 1826 1922" along with a notation celebrating the opening of their new home. Reverse (Back): "The First Daily Paper West Of The Hudson River Was The Rochester Union And Advertiser. Merged With The Evening Times In 1918. It Is Now The First In It's Field. This Token Commemorates The Opening Of It's New Home. May The Holder Of It Enjoy Prosperity And Success.". The very bottom edge of the medal or hidden in tiny text near the border on the back, you will often find a maker's mark that reads "W&H Co. Newark NJ". Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
Dimensions: 1.5" diameter
Condition: Excellent Condition
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