1977 Brazil Railroad Sterling Silver Proof Medal – Franklin Mint, Postal History
$75.20 $94.00
This Medallic First Day Cover was issued by the International Society of Postmasters to celebrate the
100th anniversary of the railway connection between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
It features a beautiful sterling silver proof medal portraying Emperor Dom Pedro II of Brazil standing next
to his private railway carriage, honoring his role in modernizing the country through the development of
railways.
The accompanying stamp is an official 1977 issue from Brazil, showing one of the early trains emerging
from a tunnel between São Paulo and Rio. It bears clear postmarks from both Rio de Janeiro (RJ) and
São Paulo (SP) dated July 8, 1977 — the exact day of the centenary.
The medal was sculpted by Dominic Angelini and struck by The Franklin Mint, known for their exceptional
craftsmanship.
Material and Details:
Medal: Sterling Silver (.925)
Edition: Limited Proof Edition
Issued: July 8, 1977
Location: Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, Brazil
Event: 100th Anniversary of the Rio-São Paulo Railway
This is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of postal history, railway history, and Brazilian heritage
alike.
Vintage item: please note that slight signs of time or storage may be present, consistent with its age.
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