World's Columbian Exposition Commemorative Presentation Medal 1892 - 1894

This bronze medal, created by renowned American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, commemorates the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The design depicts Christopher Columbus stepping onto land, a pivotal moment in history, with a flowing cloak and a stern expression. The inscription "CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS OCT XII MCCCCXCII" honors the explorer’s 1492 voyage. The medal is a prime example of Saint-Gaudens’s mastery of relief sculpture, highlighting his ability to capture dramatic narrative in a circular format.