Agate Fossil Beds Sign Hiking Medallion by L.W. Bristol Classics
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Die-cut enameled metal hiking medallion shaped like the entrance sign at Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. Colorful raised design on the front, brushed metal back. Approved by Agate Fossil Beds. Made by L.W. Bristol Classics.
- 1 5/8″ x 7/8″, die-cut entrance-sign silhouette
- Three metal nails included for attaching to a hiking stick, walking staff, or paddle
- Enameled metal with raised lettering, brushed metal reverse
- Weight: 0.1 oz (medallion only)
- Pairs with the matching Agate Fossil Beds Sign Pin and Sign Patch for the full set.
In stock
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Agate Fossil Beds Sign Hiking Medallion by L.W. Bristol Classics
$7.00
In stock
Shipping calculated in cart/checkout:Â Shipping rates for first items start at $7, calculated based on weight of total order.
Die-cut enameled metal hiking medallion shaped like the entrance sign at Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. Colorful raised design on the front, brushed metal back. Approved by Agate Fossil Beds. Made by L.W. Bristol Classics.
- 1 5/8″ x 7/8″, die-cut entrance-sign silhouette
- Three metal nails included for attaching to a hiking stick, walking staff, or paddle
- Enameled metal with raised lettering, brushed metal reverse
- Weight: 0.1 oz (medallion only)
- Pairs with the matching Agate Fossil Beds Sign Pin and Sign Patch for the full set.
In stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
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Every item is selected or approved by rangers and staff. Your purchase keeps them on the front lines.
Description
What is this hiking medallion?
A die-cut enameled metal medallion shaped like the wood-and-stone entrance sign you pass when you drive into Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. Made by L.W. Bristol Classics. The face uses raised lettering with colored enamel fill; the back is brushed metal with three small nail holes for attaching to a hiking stick.
Agate Fossil Beds approved the design, so the silhouette and lettering match what you actually see at the monument entrance off River Road in the Nebraska panhandle. The medallion is the larger sibling of the Sign Pin (SKU 4879) at roughly twice the size, built for the staff instead of the lapel.
What’s in the box
- One die-cut enameled metal hiking medallion, 1 5/8″ x 7/8″
- Three metal nails for attaching to a wooden hiking stick, staff, or paddle
- Mounted on a presentation card
How to attach it
Pre-drill three small pilot holes in your walking stick first, then press the nails through the medallion and into the holes. The metal can be gently bent to follow the curve of a round staff. For flat surfaces like a bike frame, RV panel, or shadow box, flatten the medallion and use a strong adhesive instead of the nails.
Specifications
- Size: 1 5/8″ x 7/8″ (die-cut entrance-sign shape)
- Weight: 0.1 oz (medallion only)
- Construction: Enameled metal with raised lettering
- Reverse: Brushed metal finish with three mounting holes
- Attachment: Three metal nails included
- Packaging: Mounted on a presentation card
- Manufacturer: L.W. Bristol Classics (Bristol, TN)
About Agate Fossil Beds National Monument
Agate Fossil Beds is in the Nebraska panhandle, between the towns of Harrison and Mitchell. The monument protects Miocene-era mammal fossil beds, including some of the most complete early-horse, rhinoceros, and entelodont fossils in North America. It also holds the James H. Cook Collection of Lakota artifacts, friendship gifts from Red Cloud and other tribal leaders to the Cook family, who ranched the land in the 1880s.
The monument was established in 1965. It sits on River Road off Highway 29, well off the interstate, which keeps visitor traffic light. People who go out of their way to get there usually want a small souvenir to mark the trip. The sign medallion is built for that, sized to nail onto a hiking stick alongside other parks you have walked.
Who is this for?
Hikers and walking stick collectors. If you made the drive out to Agate Fossil Beds, this is the obvious medallion to add to your staff. The die-cut sign silhouette is recognizable at a glance for anyone else who has been there, and the size matches other park medallions in the L.W. Bristol Classics line so it sits right alongside them.
Park sign medallion collectors. Several parks have a die-cut entrance-sign medallion in this format. If you collect them, this is the Agate Fossil Beds entry. They display well on a corkboard, lanyard, or shadow box if you do not nail them to a stick.
Gift buyers. $4.99 on a card. Easy add-on to a larger order, easy to mail flat, no wrapping needed. Pairs cleanly with the matching Sign Pin and Sign Patch for a small gift set.
About the hiking medallion tradition
The hobby started in alpine Europe, where hikers hammered metal markers onto their walking staffs at mountain huts and summits. The US version is built around national parks and landmarks instead of mountain tops. The idea is the same: collect one wherever you go, nail it to your stick, and end up with a physical record of where you have been.
L.W. Bristol Classics has been making these for parks, trails, and historic sites around the country since the 1980s. They produce matching pins and patches in the same artwork for most of their medallion designs. BHPFA carries several L.W. Bristol Classics medallions for partner parks. Browse the Collectibles section to see what is in stock for Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, Scotts Bluff, and Agate Fossil Beds.
Frequently asked questions
What does the medallion look like?
A die-cut metal medallion in the silhouette of the entrance sign at Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. The face has raised lettering with colored enamel fill. The back is brushed metal with three small nail holes.
How big is it?
1 5/8 inches wide by 7/8 inch tall. The die-cut sign shape makes it longer side to side than top to bottom, so it sits flat against a hiking stick or display card.
How does it attach to a hiking stick?
Three metal nails are included. Pre-drill three small pilot holes in your wooden walking stick first, then press the nails through the medallion holes and into the stick. The medallion can be gently shaped to follow a round staff.
Can I put it somewhere other than a hiking stick?
Yes. L.W. Bristol Classics notes that their medallions also attach to paddles, canes, and flat surfaces like RV panels and bike frames using a strong adhesive instead of the nails. You can also leave it mounted on the presentation card as a small display piece.
Is there a matching pin or patch?
Yes. The Agate Fossil Beds Sign Pin (SKU 4879) uses the same artwork at roughly half the size, with a tack pin back for hats and lapels. The Agate Fossil Beds Sign Patch (SKU 4880) is the embroidered iron-on version. All three are made by L.W. Bristol Classics and approved by Agate Fossil Beds.
What other Agate Fossil Beds hiking medallions does BHPFA carry?
The Agate Fossil Beds Dinohyus Hiking Medallion features a Dinohyus, one of the entelodont mammals whose fossils were excavated at the monument. Browse the Agate Fossil Beds park store page for the full list.
Can I get my Passport to Your National Parks book stamped at Agate Fossil Beds?
Yes. Agate Fossil Beds National Monument is part of the NPS Passport stamp program. Bring your Passport book to the visitor center on River Road in Harrison, NE.
Does buying this support national parks?
Yes. BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, as well as the Black Hills National Forest and Nebraska National Forests & Grasslands. Proceeds from every purchase support education programs, conservation projects, and visitor services at these sites.
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Additional information
| Weight | 1 oz |
|---|---|
| Brand | L.W. Bristol Classics |
| Dimensions | 1 5/8" x 7/8" (die-cut) |
| Weight | 0.1 oz |
| Material | Enameled Metal |
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