✨ 1977 Czechoslovakian Folk Costumes – International Society of Postmasters ✨
Official Commemorative Issue – Sterling Silver Proof Medal – Franklin Mint
This Medallic First Day Cover was officially issued by the International Society of Postmasters in 1977 to honor the colorful and intricate folk costumes of Czechoslovakia. It includes a limited edition sterling silver proof medal and a matching Czechoslovakian postage stamp, both postmarked in Prague on August 31, 1977.
The sterling silver medal, sculpted by Georgann Schroeder and minted by The Franklin Mint, portrays a young woman embroidering a traditional dress, celebrating the rich artisanal heritage of Bohemia, Moravia-Silesia, and Slovakia.
🔹 Specifications:
Metal: Sterling Silver (marked)
Mint: The Franklin Mint
Edition: Limited Edition Proof
Theme: Czechoslovakian Folk Costumes
Year of Issue: 1977
Origin: Prague, Czechoslovakia
Condition: Vintage item showing minor age spots on the cover; the medal remains in excellent proof condition.
This piece is a wonderful tribute to traditional European craftsmanship and culture, ideal for collectors of postal memorabilia, silver medals, or historical issues.
