Rare 1932 minted Ben Franklin, bronze medallion.America’s Colonial Hero.
Bronze Medallion of Ben Franklin, 1706 – 1790.A self-made man, decades ahead of his time.Inventor (Franklin heating stove) / Printer & Publicist / Civic Leader / Pragmatic Scientist (like, the kite to prove lightening is electricity) / Plan of Union (colonies) / Statesman & Diplomat / Abolition sympathizer 1730’s to death.
Impressive 3-1/2” two sided medallion.Fine detailing.Well aged.Fitted into well grained walnut frame __ x __.
Front is silhouette in good relief of Franklin.Reverse side is Romanesque scene paying tribute to Franklin’s contributions.Encircled with engraved words:Philanthropy (Philosophy?), Literature, Sciences, Patriotism
Good condition, well aged coloration with lovely patina, minor striations; back side has blotches near edge (old adhesive?).Frame has some light irregularities indicative of age; typical darkening on upper edge of frame from long-time display in open area.Silhouette measures ___” in diameter.
Mint marking on back (see close-up photo) reads: JRB on left and 1932 to the right of scroll w/vertical quill thru center of scroll.
