Franklin Mint History US Proof Bronze Medals

Franklin Mint History US Proof Bronze Medals Franklin Mint History of the United States Solid Bronze Proof Medals 1934-1935 This collectible set features two solid bronze medals from The Franklin Mint's History of the United States series, specifically commemorating the years 1934 and 1935. The medals are struck with a proof finish, displaying sharp details and reflective surfaces. One medal depicts the WPA aiding the unemployed in 1935, while the other illustrates the dust storms causing the migration of farmers in 1934. The reverse of each bronze medal provides a detailed historical narrative of major events from those specific years, including the organization of the old-age pension plan and the formation of the SEC. Both medals remain housed in their original Franklin Mint display card and protective packaging, preserving their condition as significant historical exonumia. Franklin Mint History of the United States Solid Bronze Proof Medal Set 1934 Dust Storms & 1935 WPA Condition: The medals appear to be in excellent condition, housed within their original protective plastic capsules and mounted on the official Franklin Mint carding. The bronze surfaces exhibit a sharp strike with no visible signs of environmental damage or handling wear on the medals themselves, while the packaging shows minor age-related toning. Mint: Franklin Mint Metal Content: Bronze Historical Context: Part of the History of the United States series, these medals commemorate significant events of the 1930s. The 1934 medal depicts the migration of farmers caused by the Dust Storms, while the 1935 medal commemorates the Works Progress Administration (WPA) aiding the unemployed during the Great Depression. Strike Type: Proof Grading: Ungraded in original mint packaging. Franklin Mint, history of the United States, bronze medal, solid bronze, commemorative, numismatics, WPA, dust storms, migration of farmers, 1934, 1935, collectibles, medal set, exonumia, heritage coins Franklin Mint medals, History of the United States series, solid bronze coins, WPA aids the unemployed medal, Dust storms cause migration of farmers medal, vintage numismatic collectibles, Franklin Mint bronze collection, American history commemorative medals, exonumia collectibles, heritage coins Franklin Mint IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as