Medal - Ferdinand Magellan Introduction of Christianity 500th Anniversary

Lieu Philippines
Année 2021
Type Commemorative medal
Composition Silver (.999) plated brass (70% Cu, 30% Zn)
Poids 17 g
Diamètre 33 mm
Épaisseur 2.5 mm
Forme Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Tranche Reeded
Période Republic (1946-date)
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Référence(s)
Description de l’avers Portrait of Magellan wearing conquistador armor. The armor he wore during the Battle of Mactan.
Écriture de l’avers Latin
Légende de l’avers REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS CAPTAIN OF 1ST CIRCUMNAVIGATION ♣♣♣ FERDINAND MAGELLAN 2021
Description du revers Depiction of the first mass in the Philippines happened at Limasawa, Southern Leyte (March 31, 1521). The mass was conducted by the priest Pedro de Valderrama from Magellan`s expedition crew. Important figures who attended the mass that is visible in the medal are Magellan (middle), Rajah Colambu (Left), Rajah Siagu (Right), Antonio Figafetta (back). Magellan`s Cross and his lead ship Trinidad are also visible.
Écriture du revers Latin
Légende du revers ♣ INTRODUCTION OF CHRISTIANITY ♣ • MARCH 31, 1521 • 500th Anniversary ALAMAT COMMEMORATIVE COINS
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ID Numisquare 2008178790
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