1952 Medal - Fiftieth Anniversary of Independence NGC MS65

The "Fiftieth Anniversary of Independence – Republic of Cuba 1902-1952" Medal is one of the best-known Cuban commemorative medals from the republican period. It was issued in 1952 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Cuba, proclaimed on May 20, 1902.

Characteristics

• Year: 1952
• Metal: Bronze
• Diameter: 45 mm
• Engraver: Anthony de Francisci
• Approximate mintage: 5,000 examples.

Obverse

It shows the Cuban flag waving over El Morro Castle in Havana, accompanied by the inscription:

"FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE REPUBLIC OF CUBA 1902-1952"

Reverse

It features the national coat of arms of Cuba surrounded by the coats of arms of the six provinces then in existence:

• Pinar del Río
• Havana
• Matanzas
• Las Villas
• Camagüey
• Oriente