Vintage IOF Independent Order of Foresters Centennial Medal 100th Anniv 1974

Independent Order of Foresters (IOF)
100th Anniversary Centennial Medal
June 17, 1974, Gold-Tone and Enamel

This vintage commemorative medal celebrates the centennial anniversary of the Independent Order of Foresters (IOF), a fraternal organization established in 1874. The piece serves as a historical marker for the organization's century of service, featuring their distinctive symbology and traditional motto. Fraternal memorabilia from the mid-20th century is highly sought after by collectors of society medals and organizational history.

• Round gold-tone medallion featuring multi-color enamel details with "IOF" and "L.B.C." text
• Reverse engraved with "Benevolence Concord Liberty" and the 100th Anniversary date of June 17, 1974
• Suspended from a tri-color blue, white, and red ribbon attached to a pin-back bar
• Front of the bar features a blue enamel "IOF" nameplate
• Approximately 3 inches in total length

Condition: The enamel on both the medallion and the nameplate bar is vibrant and fully intact with no chips or cracking. The gold-tone metal finish shows minor surface wear and light tarnishing consistent with age but retains a good luster. The ribbon is structurally sound with minor fraying along the edges. The pin mechanism on the reverse is present and functional.