Item Description
 
The Intaglio Mint 2 oz Silver 1915 Panama-Pacific Tribute Medal (BU) pays homage to one of the most iconic commemorative coin designs in American numismatic history. In 1915, San Francisco hosted the Panama-Pacific International Exposition to celebrate the completion of the Panama Canal, a monumental engineering achievement that reshaped global trade and maritime travel.
 
To mark the occasion, the San Francisco Mint struck a celebrated series of commemorative coins, including the legendary $50 gold pieces—produced in both round and octagonal formats—featuring a bust of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, art, and commerce. This 2 oz silver tribute medal from Intaglio Mint captures the classical artistry and historic symbolism of that original design in .999 fine silver, offering collectors a substantial and beautifully rendered homage to the historic exposition.
 
Round Highlights
 
Metal Content: Contains 2 Troy oz of .999 Fine Silver
 
Mint: Intaglio Mint
 
Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated
 
Obverse Design: Bust of Minerva, Roman goddess of wisdom, art, and commerce
 
Reverse Design: Owl perched on a Ponderosa Pine branch surrounded by pine cones with the legend PANAMA-PACIFIC EXPOSITION
 
Denomination: None (privately issued tribute medal)
 
 
Design Details
 
Obverse
 
The obverse features a classical bust of Minerva, the Roman goddess associated with wisdom, art, and commerce. Her strong profile reflects the neoclassical styling of the original 1915 commemorative gold pieces, symbolizing knowledge, progress, and the intellectual achievement represented by the Panama Canal’s completion.
 
Reverse
 
The reverse depicts an owl perched upon a Ponderosa Pine branch, surrounded by detailed pine cones. The owl, a traditional symbol of wisdom, reinforces the Minerva motif while paying tribute to the original exposition design. Encircling the imagery is the inscription PANAMA-PACIFIC EXPOSITION, honoring the historic 1915 celebration in San Francisco.