1923 State Department Lifesaving Medal. Gold. 35.6 mm. 38.4 grams, inclusive of pin-back hanger. By George T. Morgan. Julian LS-3. Extremely Fine.The reverse includes the hand-engraved inscription within a laurel wreath: TO / ARVO DAHL / CARPENTER OF THE / FINNISH STEAMSHIP PROTECTOR / IN RECOGNITION OF HIS HEROIC / SERVICES IN EFFECTING THE RESCUE / AT SEA, ON DECEMBER 23, 1928. OF THE / MASTER AND CREW OF THE / AMERICAN / STEAMSHIP / CASPER. This style medal was used, starting in 1880, to reward foreign sailors for saving American lives at sea. This example includes the original pin-back E PLURIBUS UNUM hanger and claw-type clasp. This medal has the expected handling marks and hair lines of a medal long-worn and proudly displayed by the recipient. Remarkably, this lot also includes the original fitted maroon leather and purple satin presentation case, which is complete and functional, but shows some moderate use. (Total: 2 items)
