In Commemoration of the 500th Anniversary of the Birth of Michelangelo.
Franklin Mint USA - Fist Day Cover
International Society of Postmasters
Official Commemorative Issue
The image shows a silver medal commemorating Michelangelo, a renowned Italian Renaissance artist.
Subject: The medal features a depiction of Michelangelo, accompanied by his birth and death years (1475-1564).
Material: It is a sterling silver (.925) medal, known for its purity.
Historical Context: The medal likely honors Michelangelo's significant contributions to art and sculpture, including works like David and the frescoes of the Last Judgement.
Sterling Silver Rounds
Content: .624 troy oz. fine silver
Mint: Franklin Mint U.S.A.
Weight (approx.): 21 g or 19.425 g fine silver
Diameter (approx.): 39mm
Thickness (approx.): 1.85 mm
Composition: .925 Silver
Year: 1975
Only the silver round shown and the accompanying page (of this medal) is included. Other photo is for information only.
