C-21/14a. Death of Casals commemorative bronze medal (1973)

Obverse

2 shields of arms

Pau Casals (in italics)

Half-lenght portrait with cello neck to the left

Medalier's name at right: BUSENG LIA

Reverse

Around the center sheet music with notes of the beginning of the Cello Suite #2 by J.S.Bach (BWV 1008) 

In the center 4 pigeons are carring cello bow with UN flag

1876 - 1973

 

Specifications
Article: C-21/14a
Type: Commemorative medal
Year: 1973
Country: Puerto Rico
Mint: Medallic Art Company
Designer: BUSCAGLIA GUILLERMETY Jose (b.1938)
Metal: Bronze
Diameter: 76,0 mm / 50,0 mm

Reference: Niggl #2722