Marta Kubisova Medal Appraisal

Marta Kubišová Commemorative Silver Medal (2017)

This is a fine silver commemorative medal issued in 2017 by the Czech Mint (Česká mincovna, a.s.) honoring the iconic singer Marta Kubišová. The medal is made of Ag 999 silver with a weight of 31.1 grams (1 Troy ounce) and a diameter of 37 mm. It features a proof finish with a milled edge, exhibiting a high-contrast aesthetic between frosted motifs and mirror-like fields. The obverse depicts a stylized portrait of Marta Kubišová, designed by artist Roman Shamilyan. The item is housed in its original blue velvet-lined presentation case and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Certifikát pravosti). Notably, the certificate appears to be hand-signed in purple ink, potentially adding significant collector value. The certificate specifies a limited mintage of 1,000 pieces. The condition appears to be Mint State as it is preserved in a protective acrylic capsule. The medal represents a blend of contemporary numismatic craftsmanship and Czech cultural history, celebrating a figure associated with the Prague Spring and the Velvet Revolution.