Owner Comments:
MEDAL APPEARANCE/CONDITION:
Brilliant Gem+ - Pedigreed #519 (Engraved on Edge of Medal)
*An exceptional looking specimen with an interestingly unique design on the reverse; a design tactic I have rarely seen struck in this particular fashion, as the outer edges of the reverse have a beautiful, complex webbing design which are incredibly sharp/defined. — From a grading perspective, the specimen has virtually no marks, spots, blemishes or imperfections. One would imagine a higher overall grade upon close examination.*
MEDAL BACKGROUND:
Struck circa 1982 to commemorate the centennial of Grand Junction, Colorado. — However, upon historical research, it appears the Grand Junction centennial was celebrated in 1981 (see event guide in “Historical Description” below). Yet, records confirm the official centennial was indeed 1982.
RARITY: Unknown; Likely scarce
NGC Census not available.
MEDAL DESCRIPTION:
(Bronze, 38mm, Round, Plain/Lettered Edge)
OBVERSE: Grand Junction, Colorado / 100 Years / 1882-1982 / (Depiction of Sunset Over Grand Junction Plateau)
REVERSE: Grand Junction, Colorado Centennial / (Large “G” in Center)
EDGE: 519
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND:
(Grand Junction, Colorado):
“Grand Junction is a home rule municipality that is the county seat and the most populous municipality of Mesa County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 65,560 at the 2020 United States Census, making Grand Junction the 17th most populous Colorado municipality and the most populous city in western Colorado. Grand Junction is 247 miles (398 km) west-southwest of the Colorado State Capitol in Denver. The city has a council–manager form of government. It is a major commercial and transportation hub within the large area between the Green River and the Continental Divide, and the largest city in Colorado outside of the Front Range Corridor. — Credited Source: "Active Colorado Municipalities". Colorado Department of Local Affairs.
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(Grand Junction Centennial Events):
[From the Official Program]
Wednesday – June 30, 1971 — Welcome Day
A. Flea Market – All Day
B. Fashion Show – 2 – 4 p.m.
C. Amateur Variety Show – 6 p.m. – till?
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Thursday – July 1, 1971 – Kiddies Day
A. Various Rides – All Day
B. Pet Parade – 9:30 – 11:00 a.m,
C. Bozo the Clown – 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., $.50 per person – 3 yrs. and over
D. Pie Eating Contest – 2:00 – 2:30 p.m.
E. Bubble Gum Blowing Contest – 2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
F. Magic Show – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
G. Street Dance – 7:00 – .10:00 p.m.
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Friday – July 2, 1971
A. Various Rides – All Day
B. Bake Sale – 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
C. Horse Show – 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
D. Beard Contest – 8:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Old-Time Woman Graphic Fancy Dress
Old-Time Boy and Girl Fancy Dress - Graphic
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Saturday – July 3, 1971
A. Various Rides – All Day
B. Parade – 10:30 a.m. – till?.
C. Art Show – 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
D. Celebrity Auction – 2:30 p.m. – till?
E. Grand Ole Opry – 1st Show – 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
F. Grand Ole Opry – 2nd Show – 9:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
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Sunday – July 4, 1971 – Independence Day
A. Church of Your Choice
B. Blueberry Pancake Brunch – 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
C. Aqua-Nuts Ski Show – 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
D. Fireworks – Dark
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Thank you for helping us celebrate our 100TH Birthday and we hope you will visit us again soon.
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Daily Tours
A. Centennial Shop
B. Museum
C. Pioneer House
D. Train Ride
E. Blueberry Plantations
F. Special Acres Home for Aged”
— Credited Source: History of Grand Junction written by Earl Norling | Edited by Phyllis Walstead