This medal was chosen as the 97th issue of the prestigious Society of Medalists series in 1978. The obverse bears stylized musicians seen from above. The reverse bears a stylized pair of dancers in vigorous motion. At lower edge, R. Cook © 1976
Cook is a big fan of modern American ballet and music and used abstract designs to honor both art forms.
This medal measures 73mm in diameter and was produced by the Medallic Art Company which struck 750 pieces in bronze and 150 in silver.