The medal's obverse bears buffalo on mound, palm tree and four female figures representing the three native American and colonial European cultures. In exergue, THE THREE AMERICAS; above exergue at right, PHILA.
The reverse bears wreath of corn, cotton and tobacco around legend. In center field, AWARDED BY / THE / NORTH CENTRAL / AND / SOUTH AMERICAN / EXPOSITION / 1885 - 86 / NEW ORLEANS.
This is a very handsome exposition medal. I find it particularly interesting how the design incorporates four figures instead of the more commonly expected three. Thus the figures become representative of culture rather than geography.
The circular medal measures 73.2mm in diameter. No mintage is known.
