Struck to commemorate Chicago’s 100-year anniversary, this bold and beautifully preserved token was issued for the 1933–1934 World’s Fair, officially named A Century of Progress International Exposition.
The obverse radiates ambition: a stylized Chicago skyline with sunburst rays, framed by the inscription "Science Finds, Industry Applies, Man Adapts." The reverse bears the official seal of the fair, flanked by the dates 1833–1933—a tribute to the city’s rebirth after the Great Fire and its rise as a symbol of American progress.
Now set in solid sterling silver, this token is elevated into a wearable emblem of innovation, civic pride, and 20th-century design. A piece that bridges vintage Americana and modern craftsmanship, equally suited for collectors, Chicagoans, or those drawn to bold, historic imagery.
Token Details: • Origin: Chicago, USA • Date: 1933–1934 • Obverse: Chicago skyline with motto: "Science Finds, Industry Applies, Man Adapts" • Reverse: Official Fair seal and inscription “Century of Progress / 1833–1933” • Material: Bronze or brass token (original issue)
Pendant Setting: • Solid sterling silver • Custom bezel, made to fit this exact token • Chain included (silver chains; upgrade options at checkout)
See comparison picture next to US quarter.
Certificate of Authenticity Includes historical background on the World’s Fair and the origin of the token.
Shipping & Packaging Free insured shipping in the U.S. | Packaged in a minimalist and elegant presentation box
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The Peregrine Collection represents the finest of our offerings—rare or historically significant coins, each set in a fully hand-forged 18k gold bezel and paired with a dainty 14k gold chain. Every bezel is shaped, hammered, and polished entirely by hand to follow the natural contours of the ancient coin, ensuring both secure preservation and refined presentation. No two settings are ever alike, making each pendant a singular work of wearable history.
Century of Progress | Chicago 1933–1934 | World’s Fair Token in Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
$325.00
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