Medallic Art Co. Orville Wilbur Wright Brothers Ohio State Seal Medal
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:10165146 |
A Bit of History:Known as the 'Wright Flyer" in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina
Wilbur was born in 1867 and Orville born in 1871. Both aviators, inventors but their biggest achievement and to their credit on December 17, 1903 was manning and flying a heavy air machine off the ground. Both taking turns controlling the aircraft and the other keeping the wings up and balanced. After the 4 successful short flights, a big gust of wind came upon them and turned the aircraft... upside down in the sand. Badly damaged beyond repair and was never flown again.
Detailed 1.25" diameter by approximately 1/8" thick circulated high relief bronze medal.The Original Box is also Included as Shown.
