Historical Objects / Medals

Collection of Tyler Yates

50th Anniversary of David Carnegie as partner in Carnegie & Co.

Engraver:
Lea Ahlborn
Year:
1886
Country:
Sweden
Diameter:
49 mm
Obverse:
Bust of David Carnegie facing left.
DAVID CARNEGIE
LEA AHLBORN
Reverse:
A port with a large factory in the center.
FRÅN AKTIEBOLAGET D. CARNEGIE & CIE
HALFSEKELS MINNE. 1836-1886 TILL FÖRMÄN OCH ARBETARE.
L.A.
References:
Olsen p. 293

This medal was made for the workers of the company. 3 examples in gold were given to Carnegie and his children. 701 examples were made for the workers. This medal is in the original case.