This listing is for one 1931 International Harvester Company Token, as pictured. Bronze.
In 1931, the "Reaper Centennial" was a major promotional event for the International Harvester Company commemorating the 100th anniversary of the invention of the reaper by Cyrus Hall McCormick. The company hosted a formal centennial ceremony at Walnut Grove Farm, Virginia, in July 1931, and held commemorative luncheons and banquets in 50 U.S. cities. The company also produced exhibits, films, publications and models of the 1831 reaper. In addition, the McCormick family created 100 university scholarships in agriculture.
Commemorative medallion / token / medal honoring the centennial of the Reaper. The front has Cyrus Hall McCormick Inventor of the Reaper and 1809 1884.
International Harvester Company Centennial of the Reaper 1831-1931. 1 3/8" in diameter.
1931 International Harvester Company Commemorative Token - Cyrus Mccormick - Large Token / Medal - 1831-1931 Anniversary Medal - Bronze
In 1931, the "Reaper Centennial" was a major promotional event for the International Harvester Company commemorating the 100th anniversary of the invention of the reaper by Cyrus Hall McCormick. The company hosted a formal centennial ceremony at Walnut Grove Farm, Virginia, in July 1931, and held commemorative luncheons and banquets in 50 U.S. cities. The company also produced exhibits, films, publications and models of the 1831 reaper. In addition, the McCormick family created 100 university scholarships in agriculture.
Commemorative medallion / token / medal honoring the centennial of the Reaper. The front has Cyrus Hall McCormick Inventor of the Reaper and 1809 1884.
International Harvester Company Centennial of the Reaper 1831-1931. 1 3/8" in diameter.
1931 International Harvester Company Commemorative Token - Cyrus Mccormick - Large Token / Medal - 1831-1931 Anniversary Medal - Bronze