This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/7/2007
The great Chicago fire of 1871 got an instance response from railroad tycoon James Fisk. He sent a “lightning train” full of supplies to the city. This medal pictures Fisk on the front, a train on the back with the words “Relief for Chicago.” A rare item picturing the man known as “Diamond Jim” in a good light. Exc.