1918 New York Athletic Club Centenary Games Award Medal. Gold. 40.2 mm. 31.4 grams (including suspension loop and hanger). 18 karats. About Uncirculated.<strong>Obv: </strong>Winged foot with inscriptions NEW YORK ATHLETIC CLUB above and ORGANIZED 1868 below. <strong>Rev:</strong> Open wreath with inscription CENTENARY GAMES / 1868-1918 / TRAVELERS ISLAND above, below which is stamped PUTTING / .IGLB.SHOT., stamped along lower border ROB.STOLL / N.Y. and 18K. Looped for suspension with ring hanger attached. Both sides exhibit a touch of pale silver tinting to dominant antique gold patina, the surfaces and edges free of significant handling marks. Lightly hairlined, undoubtedly from having been lovingly cleaned in the past, perhaps by the original recipient. An attractive example that is sure to catch the eye of specialists.
