In Commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the Birth of Silvestro Lega.
Franklin Mint USA - Fist Day Cover
International Society of Postmasters
Official Commemorative Issue
This image shows a commemorative medal issued in 1976 to honor the 150th anniversary of the birth of Silvestro Lega.
Subject of Commemoration: Silvestro Lega (1826-1895), a prominent 19th-century Italian painter and a key figure in the Macchiaioli movement, which is considered the Italian equivalent of French Impressionism.
Issuing Body: The medal was issued by the International Society of Postmasters.
Mint: The medal was minted by The Franklin Mint.
Significance: This commemorative issue, sculpted by Debbie Bell, celebrates Lega's influence and dignity as one of Italy's revered realist painters.
Date: The anniversary of his birth was celebrated on December 7, 1976.
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: 1976
Only the silver round shown and the accompanying page (of this medal) is included. Other photo is for information only.
