Knoxville, Tennessee Worlds Fair 1982 Souvenir Coin/Token Commemorative Issue

Obverse: An engraving of the United States Pavilion with the lettering "WORLDS FAIR" at the top edge of the coin and "KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE" at the bottom edge of the coin.

Reverse: An engraving of a circular shape divided into 5 sections. Around this circular figure is the lettering "UNITED STATES PAVILION" at the top edge of the coin and "WORLDS FAIR 1982" at the bottom edge of the coin.

In 1982, more than 11 million people came to Knoxville to experience the hospitality of East Tennessee and cultures from around the world. The 1982 World’s Fair, formally known as the Knoxville International Energy Exposition, ran May 1 through October 31 under the theme “Energy Turns Our World” and would become recognized as the last successful World’s Fair held in America.

More than 50 private organizations and companies took part in the Fair. Participating nations included Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, Denmark, Egypt, France, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, the Netherlands, Peru, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, the United Kingdom, the United States, and West Germany.

The amphitheater and Sunsphere , which is still standing on site today, hosted all official ceremonies and entertainment, including Broadway shows, world-renowned orchestras, ballet and opera companies. The list of entertainers and performers included Johnny and June Carter Cash, Japan’s acclaimed Grand Kabuki, Rudolf Nureyev, Red Skelton, Richie Havens, The London Symphony, and Bob Hope

Size: Size: 1 1/2" Round Bronze Medal 40 mm ( 23 grams) Very Good Condition, Very Nice Coin

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• Condition: Used
• Condition: Very Good
• World Fair: 1982 Knoxville
• Year: 1982
• Theme: World’s Fairs
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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