Franklin Mint Masterpieces of Impressionism Medals

Rarity Guide

Rarity

*****

Comments

This set was actually designed and minted by Le Medaillier S.A. of Paris, the Franklin Mint's affiliate in France.  This set was created for the 100th Anniversary of the first Impressionist Art exhibition, and honors the 50 greatest works of Impressionist Art. Artists include Renoir, Cezanne, Monet, Degas, van Gogh, and others. Extremely rare set.

Note: The Krause Franklin Mint Guidebook states that these medals weigh 600 grains each, but in the sets I have seen the medals are 500 grains each, so I am assuming that the Guidebook is incorrect in this instance and the correct weight is 500 grains each. 

Mintage Information: Franklin Mint

No.	Metal	Mintage	Size	Weight Each	Weight Set	Issue Price Each	Issue Price Set	Year  Issued
1-50	Gold on Sterling Silver	854	45mm	500 grains	52 oz	$33	$1650	1974-79

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