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Rare & Complete 1947 Westinghouse Order of Merit Bronze Medallion honoring Leonard C. Flowers with the Westinghouse Order of Merit in 1947. This was the ultimate form of employee recognition handed out by the Westinghouse Electric Corporation, affectionately known internally as the "Silver W." This set is incredibly unique because it includes not just the large bronze medallion and its original box, but also the rare, typewritten official award citation outlining exactly why Mr. Flowers won the honor.
Key Features & Details:
• The Medallion: A massive 4-inch (approx.
101mm) bronze art medal designed in
1935 by famed American Art Deco sculptor René Paul Chambellan.• The Art Style: A stunning "Machine Age" obverse featuring towering skyscrapers, factory smokestacks, power plants, and a stylized stream train pulling out of a station.
• Edge Marking: The rim is crisp and stamped MEDALLIC ART CO. N.Y. and BRONZE.
• Personalized Reverse: Engraved beautifully to the recipient: TO LEONARD
C. FLOWERS WHOM HIS FELLOW MEN DELIGHT TO HONOR 1947. Features a striking contrasting silver-toned • The Historical Citation: The original paper document details Flowers' vital work combining chemistry and industrial design to revolutionize post-WWIl hermetic refrigeration systems, praising his ability to translate complex chemistry into practical terms for everyday factory workers.
• Original Presentation Case: Wrapped in black textured leatherette and stamped on the base by the Medallic Art Co., lined with a luxurious deep blue velvet and satin interior.
Condition Notes:
• Medallion: Beautiful, original aged patina.
There is one notable edge ding/bruise on the upper right rim profile (clearly photographed), but the front and rear face details remain incredibly sharp with minimal surface wear.• Case: Shows authentic vintage shelf wear and surface scuffing on the exterior. The interior blue satin hinge strip has dried out and split with age, exposing the
underlying cardboard support underneath.
The clasp mechanism functions perfectly.
• Citation Document: Intact with typical light age-toning, standard fold creases, and a small pinhole near the top center.
Completely readable and stable.
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