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Medallion - 200th Anniversary of The Postmaster General
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1975 |
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| Weight | 31.2 g |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse displays a mirror-polished proof field filled with a multi-line commemorative inscription in raised lettering recounting Franklin's appointment as the first Postmaster General. The United States Postal Service eagle logo with the legend 'UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE' and 'U.S. MAIL' appears in relief at the lower center. |
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| Reverse lettering | 1775-1975 On July 26, 1775, Benjamin Franklin was appointed the first Postmaster General under the Continental Congress, and served in that position 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 Washington. He is credited with having laid much of the foundation for the development of the present U. S. Postal Service. UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE US MAIL |
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