Artist/Maker
Bastian Brothers Co.
(American, founded 1895)
Commemorated
Oliver Hazard Perry
(1785 - 1819)
Medal
ca. 1913
Place madeUnited States
Silver
Overall: 1 7/8 × 1 1/2 in. (46.9 × 37.9mm)
Gift of the Naval History Society, 1925
2008.42.360
DescriptionSilver struck uniface keystone-shaped medal showing rowboat at sea with oarsmen and standing figure, flag at rear; legend: "WE HAVE MET THE/ ENEMY AND THEY/ ARE OURS". Slot hanger fused at top.MarkingsReverse center in shield shape: "M.P.B./ P.I.U."; surrounded by "BASTIAN BROS. CO./ ROCHESTER N.Y."
ClassificationsMEDALS
