Bert Bell Hall of Fame Immortals medal
Title
Bert Bell Hall of Fame Immortals medal
Creator
Franklin Mint
Date
1972
Extent
1 medal ; 39 m.m. diameter
Description
Bronze medal (sometimes known as a commemorative coin) with image and name of Bert Bell on one side. Reverse side inscribed: "Bert Bell, NFL Commissioner. Made many major contributions to pro football. In 1935 conceived the player draft. Commissioner NFL 1946-59. Set up TV, anti-gambling controls. Founded Philadelphia Eagles 1933." The medal was part of series released by the Franklin Mint from 1972-1974 honoring Pro Football Hall of Fame's first 50 players to be enshrined.
Collection:
Upton Bell Collection (MS 1120)
Identifier
mums1120-s03-i013