Collection:
Juneau—Douglas City Museum
Object ID:
2009.31.001
Accession#:
2009.31
Credit Line:
Donated by Michael J. Kirk.
Object Name:
Medal, Commemorative
Title:
Official Statehood Metal
Artist — Creator:
Menconi, Ralph J.
Date:
1959
Description:
Official Statehood Metal commemorating the Admission of Alaska as the 49th State of the United States of America, January 3, 1959.
Bronze Medallion. The front of the medallion carries the map of Alaska superimposed over a map of the lower 48 states. The words: "49TH / STATE" are superimposed over the map of Alaska. Above the maps is the word: "ALASKA." Below the maps are the words: "JANUARY 3, 1959."
On the reverse of the medallion is the Seal of the State of Alaska.
Bronze Medallion. The front of the medallion carries the map of Alaska superimposed over a map of the lower 48 states. The words: "49TH / STATE" are superimposed over the map of Alaska. Above the maps is the word: "ALASKA." Below the maps are the words: "JANUARY 3, 1959."
On the reverse of the medallion is the Seal of the State of Alaska.
Notes:
One page information sheet with information about the object, history of Alaska, the design of the seal of Alaska, and the medalist , in the document file.
People:
Kirk, Michael J.
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Alaska Statehood Medallion - Front
Alaska Statehood Medallion - Back
Alaska Statehood Medallion - Front
Alaska Statehood Medallion - Back