(1933) Huey Long Toilet Medal. "By Public Acclaim for a Deed Done in Private." 38mm/34mm Bronze Unc
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(1933) Huey Long Toilet Medal. "By Public Acclaim for a Deed Done in Private." 38mm/34mm Bronze Unc $350
Here is one of the most interesting items produced by the Medallic Art Co. The famed "toilet seat" medal derives from an event that took place at Sands Point on August 26, 1933. Louisiana Senator Huey Long, known affectionally as "the Kingfish" by Southern Democrats of the day, was attending a function at this country club when after a few too many drinks, he entered the bathroom to relieve himself. As the story goes, he was so inebriated that he soiled a man's pants that stood next to him at the urinal and promptly received a black eye for his error in marksmanship.
Seizing on the political opportunity, this medal was commisioned in small quantities. One struck in gold to be awarded to Long's assailant was never claimed.
Just two years later, Long was assassinated in the Louisiana State House by one of his many political enemies who opposed his socialist policies. His last words were purportedly, "God dont let me die, I've got so much to do." He was only 42.
A nice opportunity to pick up a tough medal at a great price.
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$300 shipped if anyone is interested today. Thanks for looking!
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That’s a cool medal. Thanks for the background. Huey Long was a very colorful man and interesting character.