1976 Libertas Americana Medal. Modern Paris Mint Dies. Silver. 77 mm. 236.7 grams. No. 0307. Mint State.Originally by Augustin Dupre, this is a Societe International Des Collectionneurs De Monnaies et Madailles striking from modern dies. The edge is inscribed COPY OF DESIGN BY BENJAMIN FRANKLIN: ORIGINALS STRUCK IN 1783. S.I.C.M.M. PARIS - FRANCE-GO. NO. 0307 ARGENT. As noted on many of these restrikes, the matte pearl gray finish is beginning to acquire a mottled, slightly coppery tone. In plush case of issue, with descriptive brochure.
