Medallion - 200th Anniversary of The Postmaster General
1975 year| Silver (.999) | 31.2 g | 39.33 mm |
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1975 |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.2 g |
| Diameter | 39.33 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-13 |
| Numista | N#389706 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1775-1975
On July 26, 1775, Benjamin
Franklin was appointed the first
Postmaster General under the Conti-
nental Congress, and served in that po-
sition until November 7, 1776. His annual
salary was $1,000. Benjamin Franklin has
appeared on more U. S. Postage Stamps
than any other public figure except Wash-
ington. He is credited with having laid
much of the foundation for the develop-
ment of the present U. S. Postal ser-
vice.
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
US MAIL
Designer: Wayne D. Ashford
Edge
Reeded with inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2079 .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.
