Gustaf V Seventieth Birthday Decoration

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SKU: 02.SWE.0125.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$250-300 USD

  • Gold Medal Obverse

Estimated market value:

$250-300 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Sweden
  • Makers
    C. F. Carlman, Stockholm
  • Composition
    Gold/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: 1858 1928 16 JUNI
  • Size
    30x52mm
  • Version Remarks
    The medal was designed by Ivar Tengbom and Sven Kulle.
  • Image Licensing
    The Gold Medal image is attributed to Armémuseum (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:AM077960_Konung_Gustaf_Vs_Jubileumsminnestecken_1858-1928.jpg) and has been released into the public domain.

History


Established by King Gustaf V, in commemoration of his 70th birthday, this Medal was conferred upon members of the Royal Family, Royal Household, and those who had been in the service of the Royal Household, or employed at the Royal Palaces, as well as those who had rendered service for the National Subscription Committee.

According to official documents, a total of 916 medals were awarded.

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