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Framed commemorative medal given to William P. Lear by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, 1993. A red, white, and blue ribbon with medal is framed within a blue felt background above a metal engraved plate. A hanging wire is attached on verso. Printed on medal: "A. Lincoln / 'The patent system added the fuel of interest to the fire of genius.' / Edison (date) / Lincoln (date)."Engraved on plate:…
Framed Tony Jannus award medallion given to William P. Lear, 1974. Also included are two additional Tony Jannus medallions commemorating the Golden Anniversary of the World's First Scheduled Airline Service between St. Petersburg and Tampa, Florida, 1964. Metal and wire hardware for hanging is present on reverse. Text for top medal: "Tony Jannus Award – 1974 / Pendant Medallion / Awarded to…
Aviation Hall of Fame award given to William P. Lear, Sr., July 22, 1978. Round pendant medallion with small loop at top mounted on matboard. Background is a starburst with red, white, blue, and black shape in center. Embossed on medallion: "Aviation Hall of Fame"Printed on matboard: "Aviation Hall of Fame Award / Pendant Medallion Awarded to William P. Lear, Sr. For Outstanding Contributions to…