© moedamoeda
© moedamoeda
Jogos da XXIII Olimpíada
1984 year| Silver (.900) | 33 g | 40 mm |
| Location | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Period | Federative Republic of Brazil (1967-date) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1984 |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 33 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#338211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The Olympic pyre is highlighted, forming at the ends of its flames, figures of doves, symbol of peace among peoples. Partially bypassing the pyre the expression "XXIIIth OLYMPIC GAMES".
Script: Latin
Lettering: COB [Comitê Olímpico Brasileiro] / XXIII Jogos Olímpicos / Nelson
Translation: COB [Brazilian Olympic Committee] / XXIII Olympic Games / Nelson
Engraver: Nelson Neto Carneiro
Designer: Nelson Neto Carneiro
Edge
Plain with lettering and serial number
Lettering: CMB [Casa da Moeda do Brasil] / Prata / 900 / 0281
Translation: CMB [Brazilian Mint] / Silver / 900 / 0281
Comment
They were minted in limited numbers in gold, silver and bronze.The dies were rendered useless after the last medal was minted.
