{"product_id":"1898-willow-grove-park-childrens-day-medal-original-ribbon","title":"1898 Willow Grove Park Children's Day Medal - Original Ribbon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly authentic, original historical souvenir medal from the famous Willow Grove Park (Montgomery County, Pennsylvania), dated August 11, 1898. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece was struck specifically for the park's annual \"Children's Day\" celebration. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe obverse features a crisp portrait of famed American composer and bandmaster Thomas Preston (T.P.) Brooke, whose famous Chicago Marine Band was in residency at the park during the 1898 summer season. The reverse features sharp, detailed lettering reading: \"Willow Grove Park Souvenir - Children's Day - August 11, 1898.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Ribbon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retains its original red, white, and blue tri-band silk suspension ribbon. Because these were handed out to children 128 years ago, surviving ribbons are incredibly scarce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The metal medal features beautiful golden-brass luster with proof-like fields and minimal wear. Crisp, clear lettering. Uncleaned and completely unpolished with a natural aged patina. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ribbon shows minor expected fraying at the edges from age but remains fully intact and firmly attached to the metal suspension hoop. Please examine the high-resolution photos carefully to judge condition for yourself.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA phenomenal addition to any Pennsylvania local history, amusement park, exonumia, or early American music memorabilia collection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vendor Purchase","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49140228882651,"sku":"1145959376871","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/9812\/3369\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-08-14T163002.740.jpg?v=1786739425","url":"https:\/\/goodmansantiques.com\/products\/1898-willow-grove-park-childrens-day-medal-original-ribbon","provider":"Goodman's Antiques \u0026 Estate Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}