Anthony de Francisci

Anthony de Francisci
De Francisci in his studio
Born
Antonio de Francisci

(1887-07-13)July 13, 1887
DiedAugust 20, 1964(1964-08-20) (aged 77)
NationalityItalian-American
Known forSculpting
Notable workPeace dollar
Patron(s)United States Mint

Anthony (Antonio) de Francisci (Italian pronunciation: [de franˈtʃiʃʃi]; July 13, 1887 – August 20, 1964) was an Italian-American sculptor who designed a number of United States coins and medals. His most famous design was the Peace Dollar, which was first minted in 1921.[1]

  1. ^ Van Allen, Leroy C. and A. George Mallis. Comprehensive Catalogue and Encyclopedia of U.S. Morgan and Peace Silver Dollars, 2d ed. (New York: Arco Publishing Company, Inc., 1977), 264.