Prize Medal for Netherlander, Silver (1792)

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SKU: 02.AUT.0216.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$2690 USD

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Estimated market value:

$2690 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Austria (Imperial)
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: FRANCOIS II.EMP.DES ROM.ROI DE HONG. ET DE BOH. Rev: POUR SERVICES RENDUE AU ARMEES MDCCXCII
  • Size
    33mm
  • Version Remarks
    This medal weighs 13.5 grams.

History


The medal was founded by Emperor Franz II to recognize the contributions of Dutch volunteers who had rendered good service to, or joined with, the Austrian Army during the war against France during the First Coalition War (1792-1797).

The medal is octagonal and presents a portrait of Emperor Franz II facing right. The inscription on the reverse states POUR SERVICES RENDUS AU ARMEE MDCCXCII (for services to the army). The date on the back corresponds with the year and will be either 1793 (MDCCXCIII) or 1794 (MDCCXCIV).’

Both the Gold and the silver medal were worn on a red ribbon. These medals are very rare.

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