| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1966-1977 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 34.6 g |
| Diameter | 44.40 mm |
| Thickness | 2.85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Edge | Plain with inscription |
| Period | |
| Notice | |
| Reference(s) | Franklin#HUS-104 |
| Obverse description | |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | THE ELECTRIC LIGHT COMES OF AGE WS OCTOBER 21, 1879 |
| Reverse description | |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | 1879 JAN. 1 - Specie payments are resumed MAR. 3-U.S. Geological Survey established; MAY 8 - George B. Seldon applies for patent on motorized carriage; SEO, 20 - Former President Grant completes world tour; OCT. 21 - Perfection of incandescent lamp by Thomas A. Edison. FM |
| Mintage | |
| Numisquare ID | 8681386260 |
| Comments |