In Commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the First Steam Passenger Train.
Franklin Mint USA - Fist Day Cover
International Society of Postmasters
Official Commemorative Issue
The image displays a commemorative medal celebrating the Railway Sesquicentennial, marking 150 years of railways from 1825 to 1975. The medal features:
A steam locomotive: Prominently depicted on the left side, emitting smoke.
Historical figures: Several individuals are shown, including one standing on what appears to be a flatcar addressing a crowd, and another seated on a platform.
Crowd: A group of people are gathered, observing the scene.
Textual inscription: The words "RAILWAY SESQUICENTENNIAL" are inscribed around the upper edge, and "1825-1975" is displayed at the bottom, indicating the period being commemorated.
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.
