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Medal - Lucky Penny Chicago, Illinois
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1933 |
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| Weight | 56.5 g |
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| Obverse description | Left-facing bust of a Native American chief wearing a large feathered war bonnet, rendered in detailed relief occupying the central field. The legend 'LUCKY PENNY' arcs along the upper periphery within a raised border. |
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| Reverse description | Central field depicts a detailed view of Fort Dearborn as it appeared in the early 19th century, showing a log stockade with a central blockhouse flying a flag, surrounded by trees rendered in high relief. The legend 'A CENTURY OF PROGRESS' arcs along the upper periphery, 'FORT DEARBORN' appears in the lower central field, and '1833-CHICAGO-1933' runs along the lower border. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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