Franklin Mint "Treasures the Louvre" Sterling Silver

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Treasures the Louvre " by Franklin Mint This is for the Conservateurs' Collection "Treasures the Louvre" in Solid Sterling Silver. First Edition Proof Set Struck by the Franklin Mint all in Good Condition and come in the Original Box. Description: The Conservateurs' Collection of Treasures of The Louvre in Solid Sterling Silver. First Edition Proof Set struck by the Franklin Mint. Description from the inset: The world's most famous museum and its greatest single treasury of art, the Louvre is a monument not only to French culture, but to the artistic creations of every great civilization. The history of the building that houses this priceless collection is closely interwoven with the history of France, starting in the sixth century A.D. when the Louvre chateau was built -- probably as a fortress. The treasures included in this medallic series were chosen by seven Conservateurs -- each representing one of the seven different departments of the Louvre. The world-renowned masterpieces they selected inspired this superb Treasures of the Louvre collection. This collection of silver medallions is perfect as a collectible item or for decoration or display. It includes depictions of such famous works as the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, Michelangelo, Auguste Rodin, a self-portrait of Vincent Van Gogh, and many more included in this set read more