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# 1963 Padre Junípero Serra 250th Anniversary National Silver Medal
### Original Vintage Clear Lucite Desk Display Block Presentation SetUp for sale is an exceptional and highly historical U.S. National Commemorative Silver Medal honoring the 250th Anniversary of the birth of Padre Junípero Serra (1713–1963). This stunning piece is seamlessly encased in its original vintage clear Lucite desktop block presentation mount, complete with crisp black informational display plaques.Authorized under Public Law 88-143, this specific federal commemorative holds intense crossover appeal for presidential historians: it was one of the absolute final legislative acts signed into law by President John F. Kennedy on October 16, 1963—just 38 days before his tragic assassination.### Item & Design Details:
* **Obverse (Front):** Designed by legendary U.S. Mint Chief Engraver Frank Gasparro. Features a beautiful full-figure portrait of Serra hoisting a cross aloft and cradling a mini mission church, with a Spanish sailing vessel depicted in the distance. Stamped with dual dates "1713" and "1963".
* **Reverse (Back):** Showcases a detailed geographic outline map of California highlighting the historic locations of the coastal Spanish missions. Features a facsimile of Serra's personal signature alongside his iconic life motto: "ALWAYS TO GO FORWARD AND NEVER TO TURN BACK!".
* **Composition:** Struck at the Philadelphia Mint in 90% Fine Silver (approx. 33.3mm diameter, containing ~0.57 troy oz of pure silver).
* **Rarity:** The silver variant was strictly limited to a mintage of only 10,000 pieces ever struck.### Presentation Display Features:
* **Front Plaque:** "PADRE JUNIPERO SERRA NATIONAL MEDAL - STRUCK AT THE PHILADELPHIA MINT"
* **Back Plaque:** "BY ACT OF CONGRESS SIGNED BY PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY - OCTOBER 16, 1963"
* **Condition:** Excellent vintage estate condition. The silver medal is perfectly preserved inside the crystal-clear block with minimal handling marks or surface wear to the Lucite. The plaques remain bright, crisp, and completely legible.The exact vintage presidential display block pictured is the exact item you will receive. Please examine the high-resolution close-up photographs to evaluate the condition for yourself.### Shipping & Handling:
* Carefully padded, wrapped securely, and shipped in a sturdy box with tracking to preserve the pristine Lucite corners.
* Fast handling time and reliable delivery guaranteed.
