Medallion - 120th Anniversary of Registered Mail
1975 year| Silver (.999) | 30.9 g | 39 mm |
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1975 |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 30.9 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-13 |
| Numista | N#389597 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1855-1975
The Act of 3 March 1855, es-
tablished the domestic registry
system in the United States. This was
the first "special service" of the U.S.
Postal System. The Registration fee was
five cents per piece and applied only to let-
ters. Registration provided no indemnifica-
tion or liability for loss, but was one of the
earliest practical attempts to curb internal
thefts of letters with valuable contents.
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
US MAIL
Designer: Wayne D. Ashford
Edge
Reeded with inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1124 .999 F.S.
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.
