Up for sale is a rare, ultra-high-relief 1972 Apollo 17 Commemorative Art Medal struck in .999 Fine Silver by the historic Medallic Art Co.
Sculpted by renowned American artist Ralph J. Menconi, this beautiful medal commemorates the final lunar landing mission of the United States Apollo program (December 7–19, 1972).
Item Highlights:
• Precious Metal: Guaranteed .999 Pure Fine Silver (stamped on the rim).
• Impressive Weight: Massive 5.3 Troy Ounces (Variations occur due to the incredible high-relief minting process).
• Obverse Design: Detailed profile busts of Apollo 17 astronauts Eugene Cernan, Ronald Evans, and Harrison Schmitt flanking the official mission patch.
• Reverse Design: An intricate, allegorical space-age design featuring the iconic quote by Konstantin Tsiolkovsky: "The Earth is the cradle of humanity but mankind can not live in His cradle forever."
Condition:
The medal is in excellent vintage condition with sharp, crisp high-relief details. It displays a beautiful, authentic natural patina/toning consistent with age. Please review the high-resolution photos to judge the exact condition for yourself. The edge is cleanly stamped with the Medallic Art Co. hallmark and silver purity.