Medal - Object, Helen Keller medallion, 1980

Historical information

Produced by Lions International to commemorate the 100 years since the birth of Helen Keller, who was a pioneer in changing attitudes and rallying support for the blind and vision impaired community in the United States of America, as well as around the world.

Physical description

Silver medallion with profile of short-haired woman turned to the left

Inscriptions & markings

Helen Keller in profile with the words 'Helen Keller Centennial 1880-1980' on front side.
"While they were saying among themselves it can not be done it was done' - Helen Keller (script on back)

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