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Dollar - U.S. Centennial Exposition Fountain
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1876 |
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| Period | 19th century |
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| Obverse description | A detailed relief view of the Catholic Total Abstinence Union Fountain at Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, featuring a central sculptural group with a tall figure atop a tiered base, flanked by smaller statuary groups on either side. The legend arches above the fountain design, with a four-line dedication inscription occupying the lower field. |
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| Reverse description | The emblem of the Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America in relief at center, consisting of a circular shield bearing a Latin cross with radiating rays and floral ornaments in each quadrant, surmounted by a banner displaying the initials C T A U of A. The encircling legend reads around the full periphery. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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