1956 Walt Whitman, Leaves of Grass Centennial. Silver. 73 mm. 220.6 grams. 999 fine. By Paul Fjelde. Alexander-SOM 54. Edge G, var. Mint State.The reverse and edge with considerable golden patina that is also evident along the upper obverse border. Light russet tinting is also present on the high points of Whitmans portrait. From an authorized mintage of 700 pieces in silver. The original card is included.From the Collection of Samuel Morse Felton, 1926-2015.
