Silver Civil Merit Medal, Type II

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SKU: 02.BAV.0101.202.01.000

Estimated market value:

$1,800 USD

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Estimated market value:

$1,800 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: MAXIMILIAN IOSEPH CHURFÜRST ZU PFALZBAIERN Rev: DEM VERDIENSTE UM FÜRST UND VATERLAND
  • Size
    36mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A circular medal constructed of silver. The obverse bears the bust of Prince Elector Maximilian IV Joseph, encompassed by the inscription "MAXIMILIAN JOSEPH CHURFÜRST ZU PFALZ BAIERN". Stamped under the bust "LOSCH F." for Joseph Losch, Munich. The reverse bears the inscription "DEM VERDIENST UM FÜRST UND VATERLAND" (for merit to duke and fatherland) encompassed by a wreath of laurel and oak. On a loop for suspension.

History


The Civil Merit Merit, Type II was established on November 2, 1805 by Prince Elector Maximilian IV Joseph. The medal was awarded to civilians who had distinguished themselves in the 1805 war against Austria. On January 1, 1806, the elector accepted the title of King (Max Joseph I). The Type II medals were melted down in favour of the new coinage, and therefore are rare.

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