1981-FM Medal World's 100 Greatest Landmarks Kek Lok Si Silver

Coin Details

Description

This 1981 Franklin Mint silver medal depicting Kek Lok Si temple is part of the "World's 100 Greatest Landmarks" subscription series. Kek Lok Si, located in Penang, Malaysia, is one of the largest and most important Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia, combining Chinese, Thai, and Burmese architectural elements in a stunning hillside complex. The Franklin Mint's World Landmarks series provided subscribers with silver medals depicting famous architectural and natural wonders from around the globe, combining travel interest with precious metal collecting. Each medal in the series featured detailed renderings of the landmark, requiring careful research and skilled die engraving to capture the essential character of diverse structures from many cultures. This Malaysian temple subject demonstrates the truly global scope of the series.

Rarity Notes

Sterling silver, Franklin Mint 1981. World 100 Greatest Landmarks series. International architectural subject.

Cross References

PCGS #947420; Franklin Mint Kek Lok Si, 100 Greatest Landmarks, Silver