Medal for Art and Science (Anhalt-Dessau) in Gold

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SKU: 02.ANH.0125.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$350 USD

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Estimated market value:

$350 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Gold
  • Inscription
    Obv: LEOPOLD FRIEDRICH HERZOG ZU ANHALT Rev: FÜR VERDIENST UM KUNST UND WISSENSCHAFT
  • Size
    42mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A circular medal constructed of gold. The obverse bears the bust of Duke Leopold IV encompassed by the inscription "LEOPOLD FRIEDRICH HERZOG ZU ANHALT". The reverse bears the inscription "FÜR VERDIENST UM KUNST UND WISSENSCHAFT" (for merit in arts and science) encompassed by a wreath of oak and laurel. On a loop for suspension, on a green ribbon with white stripes.

History


The Medal for Art and Science was established by Duke Leopold IV in 1854. It was established to award outstanding achievements in Art and Science. The medal was originally non-wearable, but in 1860 recipients were permitted to wear the award on a ribbon. A total of 15 Gold Medals for Art and Science were awarded. The medal was discontinued after the foundation of the Anhalt Order of Merit for Science and Art on July 7, 1873.

The reverse side of the medal is identical to the Medal for Art and Science from Anhalt-Bernburg, 1856-1863.

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