The medal's obverse bears Irish Setter, facing left. Above, IRISH SETTER; below, AKC RECOGNITION 1878; signed at left, R. J. BROWN

The reverse bears Westminster Kennel Club's coat of arms. Around, THE WESTMINSTER KENNEL FOUNDATION

This is one of four medal issued by the Westminster Kennel Foundation featuring different dog breeds.  The other three are poodle, beagle, and Saint Bernard. The date on the obverse represents the year in which the breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club.

The circular medal measures 63.4mm in diameter and was struck in bronze by the Medallic Art Company of New York.  No mintage is reported.

References:   MACo 1973-208-002