Medallion - 100th Anniversary of Universal Postal Union
1974 year| Bronze (Antique) | 25.6 g | 39.35 mm |
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1974 |
| Composition | Bronze (Antique) |
| Weight | 25.6 g |
| Diameter | 39.35 mm |
| Thickness | 2.80 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-13 |
| Numista | N#380523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1874-1874
On September 15, 1874 the
first international postal congress
opened at Berne, Switzerland. the Con-
gress drafted a treaty which simplified
and standardized international postage
rates. The permenant organization was at
first kown as the General Postal Union, but
later became the Universal Postal Union.
Since its founding this single body has
controlled the exchange of mail between
member nations.
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
USMAIL
Designer: W. D. Ashford
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Some of the information about James C. Curtis has not been verified.
James C. Curtis was a postmaster in Memphis, Tennessee. In the early 1970's he commissioned the production of a set of twelve medallions commemorating major events in postal history. This was done in order to promote collecting and generate revenue. Apart from the first medallion which was sterling, each of the medallions were produced in three types of metals, .999 Fine Silver, Nickel-Silver, and Bronze. The US Mint struck the medallions on behalf of the Post Office. The 1 Oz silver rounds were produced with a proof like finish in limited quantities and each one was serial numbered on the edge.
