Christopher Columbus - Discovery of America 1492-1992
Christopher Columbus - Discovery of America 1492-1992
€354,599.00
Location
United
States
Year
1992
Type
Commemorative
medals
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
30.60 g
Diameter
39.33 mm
Thickness
2.90 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Edge
Interrupted reeded edge Script: Latin Lettering: FS .999 Translation: Fine Silver .999
Period
Notice
Reference(s)
Obverse description
Christopher Columbus` ship the Santa Maria in full sail, depicted in the center of the round. The image is framed in a punctuated circle and flanked by the anniversary years of the discovery. The edge is set with a beaded border.
Obverse lettering
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS
1492 1992
DISCOVERY OF AMERICA
Obverse script
Latin
Reverse description
The reverse depicts the scene of Christopher Columbus setting foot on America. He is embracing a banner/flag in his right hand and brandishing a sword in his left. A sailor is seen kneeling behind him and just behind is an armed conquistador. Beyond in the waters off the coast, are his three ships, the Santa Maria, the Pinta and the Niña.
