Ancient Order of Hibernians medal awarded to Eulace Peacock

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Ancient Order of Hibernians gold medal for a track and field hurdle event awarded to Eulace Peacock. The medal consists of a gold colored pin holding an orange, white, and green ribbon attached to a gold medal. The gold pin is rectangular shaped with a “C” clasp closure on the back. Below the pin is the ribbon, attached to the pin by a thread. Attached to the bottom of the ribbon is a gold colored, rectangular medal with a curved top held in place with a jump ring. In the center of the obverse of the medal is a relief depiction of an athlete depicted jumping over a hurdle. His proper left arm is extended downwards in front of him and the crossbar, and his proper right arm is extended straight out to his side. Both of his legs are extended to the side and are parallel to the crossbar.

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