Adolphus S. Solomons American Red Cross Vice President Medal, circa 1880

14k gold and enamel medal awarded to Adolphus S. Solomons, Vice President of the American Red Cross, circa 1880. The cross bar reads "Vice President for the United States", and the back is engraved with his name. The medal features a red cross on a white and blue background. The medal is associated with the founding of the American Red Cross and Solomons' significant role in the organization.

Associated People/Businesses

• Solomons, Adolphus S. (Adolphus Simeon), 1826-1910
• American Red Cross
• SOLOMONS, ALOPHUS S. (1826.1910)

Geography

• Washington, D.C.

Subjects

• Charity organization
• Medals
• Sephardim

Physical Location

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