Hoover Electric Cleaner Century of Progress Medal 1934 – VF
Short Summary:
A Hoover Electric Cleaner souvenir medal from the 1933–1934 Century of Progress Exposition in Chicago, Illinois, in Very Fine condition.
Short Description:
This bronze Hoover Electric Cleaner medal was distributed as a souvenir at the Hoover exhibit during Chicago's Century of Progress Exposition. The obverse features an allegorical scene with a woman and broom beneath the words “HOOVER ELECTRIC CLEANER.” The reverse depicts the Chicago World's Fair grounds with the inscriptions “CENTURY OF PROGRESS 1933” and “SOUVENIR OF THE HOOVER EXHIBIT.” The medal is an interesting piece of advertising and World's Fair history, connecting Hoover's electric cleaning technology with the innovations showcased at the 1933–1934 exposition. This example is in Very Fine condition with moderate wear and attractive age toning.
Date:
1933–1934
Issuer:
Hoover Company
Event:
Century of Progress International Exposition, Chicago
Type:
Advertising / World's Fair Souvenir Medal
Metal:
Bronze
Diameter:
Approximately 31–32 mm
Condition:
VF — Very Fine
