(1987) Medal SOM-116 Bronze, Sunrise/Moonrise Medallic Art Co., NY

Coin Details

Description

This bronze medal, cataloged as SOM-116, features "Sunrise/Moonrise" as its subject and was produced circa 1987 by Medallic Art Company of New York for the Society of Medalists series. The celestial dual theme of sunrise and moonrise presents the sculptor with the challenge of depicting astronomical phenomena through the sculptural language of medal relief, exploring the eternal cycle of day and night. The obverse and reverse provide natural venues for the two contrasting but complementary images, creating a visual conversation between solar and lunar imagery. SOM-116 is a late issue in the Society of Medalists program, which would conclude in 1995 after sixty-five years and 130 medal issues. The bronze composition was the standard format for SOM subscriber editions, keeping the program accessible to its base of art medal enthusiasts. Medallic Art Company's manufacturing partnership with the Society of Medalists spanned the entire life of the program, making the firm the physical creator of one of the most comprehensive and artistically distinguished medal series ever produced in the United States. This late bronze issue demonstrates the continuing artistic vitality of the program even in its final decade.

Rarity Notes

Bronze, SOM-116. Society of Medalists. Late-series bronze subscriber issue. Standard availability through medal dealers.

Cross References

PCGS #658821; SOM-116