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John Drew

John Drew Medal
1923
by Sally James Farnham
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Description

The uniface medal bears profile of Drew as Petruchio, right. Around top, JOHN DREW; to left and right, MAR· - XXII; below, MDCCCLXXIII · MCMXXIII

Farnham was commissioned to create a gold plaque commemorating 50 years of stage work by famed American actor John Drew. The plaque was awarded to Drew at a glittering dinner in New York City on March 25, 1923. Farnham created a 2 1/2 inch companion medal for the 350 dinner guests that evening.

The circular uniface medall was struck in bronze by the Medallic Art Company. The location of the gold plaque is currently unknown.

Many thanks to the creator of sallyjamesfarnham.org for the image and associated information.

References:   MACo 1923-021

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materialBronze
edge6
mintageunknown
Last modified: Oct 26, 2017 16:31
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