| Summary: | The official emblem of Seattle's 1909 Alaska-Yukon Exposition was designed by Adelaide Hanscom of Seattle. The emblem, with its three female figures, was used on programs, souvenirs, and other items. The woman on the left holds a ship and represents the Orient. The central figure holds gold nuggets and symbolizes Alaska. The one on the right holds a railroad engine, symbolizing commerce with Seattle and the rest of the United States. Caption on image: Official Emblem Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition, Seattle, U.S.A. 1909. Official Post Card. Copyrighted 1908 A.Y.P.E. Co. Caption by MOHAI staff. 1 postcard: color; 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.
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