1892 Columbian Exposition Badge for an Official Representative from Philadelphia. Gold. 32 mm x 43 mm. 11.4 grams. About Uncirculated.1892 Columbian Exposition Gold Badge for an Official Representative from Philadelphia. 32 x 43 mm. 11.4 grams. Near Mint. Ornate badge with inscription MAYORS SECRETARY PHILADELPHIA around the periphery of a white and blue enameled gold badge. In the center is a gold medallion with the Philadelphia City Arms topped with keystone with a red jewel at its center. Thirteen stars surround the arms with a miniature representation of the Liberty Bell, apparently in silver, suspended below. The reverse has a hinged pin for wear as well as the inscriptions LEWIS E. BEILLER / GUEST OF PHILA COUNCILS around the outer part, and WORLDS COLUMBIAN / EXPOSITION / CHICAGO. / 1892. on the back of the central medallion. There are no makers or fineness marks, but the piece seems to be made mostly of gold, and that is the fabric that would be expected for an item of this sort at that time.
