1889 VERMONT MONUMENTS DEDICATION BADGE – GETTYSBURG, OCTOBER 9TH, 1889

1889 VERMONT MONUMENTS DEDICATION BADGE – GETTYSBURG, OCTOBER 9TH, 1889

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A scarce and attractive veteran's badge from one of the great reunions on the Gettysburg battlefield. On October 9, 1889, the State of Vermont dedicated the monuments to its regiments and units that fought at Gettysburg, and the surviving veterans of the Green Mountain State returned to the field for the ceremonies. This badge was produced for that occasion.

Vermont was well represented at Gettysburg. The famous Second Vermont Brigade, made up of nine-month men, played a decisive role on July 3rd when the 13th and 16th Vermont swung out to strike the flank of the Confederate assault on Cemetery Ridge. The veteran First Vermont Brigade served with the Sixth Corps, the 1st Vermont Cavalry took part in Farnsworth's charge south of Big Round Top, and Vermont also furnished companies to Berdan's U.S. Sharpshooters.

The badge consists of a die-stamped brass hanger bar with a beaded border, star devices, and a small central medallion, wrapped with a red, white, and blue silk ribbon. The ribbon is imprinted in gold "VERMONT MONUMENTS GETTYSBURG OCT. 9th 1889." Suspended from the bar by a jump ring is a white metal medal. The obverse reads "IN MEMORY OF OUR NOBLE DEAD" surrounding a fine depiction of the Soldiers' National Monument in the National Cemetery at Gettysburg. The reverse reads "IN REVIEW" beneath a scene of a column of soldiers in formation with the national colors.

The original pin back remains intact on the reverse of the hanger. The medal measures approximately 1 7/16" in diameter, and the hanger with ribbon measures approximately 3”.

Condition:  Very good overall. The ribbon retains strong color with legible gold lettering, showing light fading, some soiling, and minor fraying at the edges. The medal has light surface wear and small scratches consistent with age, with the detail on both sides remaining crisp. The brass hanger shows a pleasing, even patina.

A nice piece of Vermont and Gettysburg history, and an important reminder of the veterans who returned to dedicate the monuments that still stand on the field today. Comes in a riker-style display case with a descriptive card.   [cm][ph:L]

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