The obverse bears portrait of Andreas Vesalius with his signature to the right. Signed at left, Albert d'Andrea.
The reverse bears small centaur in abstract wreath. In center field, TENTH / MD / ANNIVERSARY / 1967; around, ANDREAS VESALIUS - SYMBOL OF MEDICINE AND ART
Andreas Vesalius (1514-1564) was a Flamish physician and author of "De humanis corporis fabrica," one of the most influential books on human anatomy. He is often called the founder of modern human anatomy. He died in debt on the Greek island of Zakynthos after initially surviving a ship wrreck which stranded him there.
The circular medal measures 76.3mm in diameter and was struck in bronze by the Medallic Art Company of New York. No mintage is reported.
References: MACo 1967-159