1914 US Volunteer Life Saving Corps (USVLSC) Sports Medal In Bronze

This is a circa 1914 bronze sports medal for the United States Volunteer Life Saving Corps (USVLSC). The USVLSC existed in fifteen states where there were no federally-run life-saving stations and acted to supplement the U. S. Life Saving Service. The medal is engraved on reverse, and was for the winner of a 75 yard dash competition, Henrietta Van Twisk.

Circa 1914.

Approximately 1-13/16" in height and 1-1/8" in width.

Bronze, enamel.

Suspension loop.

75 YDS. DASH SEPT. '14 HENRIETTA VAN TWISK.

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7 (Very Fine): The medal shows some small spots of light to medium wear.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.