Vintage Pewter Coin La Salle Mississippi River Louisiana France Franklin Mint VG

This vintage pewter commemorative coin honors the historic moment when René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, descended the Mississippi River and claimed Louisiana for France. Issued as part of The Official History of Colonial America series, this collectible medallion is crafted from fine pewter and features detailed historical artwork with official markings including “Fine Pewter © 78” and “The Official History of Colonial America.” The piece measures approximately 2 inches in diameter and 3/16 inch thick, weighing about 64 grams or 2.25 ounces. It is in very good pre-owned condition with light age-appropriate wear and no damage noted. A meaningful addition for collectors of Franklin Mint items, colonial history memorabilia, or vintage commemorative coins, this medallion represents a significant chapter in early American and French colonial history.