Coronation Medal, 1861 (unstamped)

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SKU: 02.PRU.0135.101.01.002

Estimated market value:

$50 USD

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Estimated market value:

$50 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Bronze
  • Inscription
    Obv: WILHELM KOENIG AUGUSTA KOENIGIN V. PREUSSEN ZUR KROENUNG AM 18.OCT.1861 Rev: SUUM CUIQUE
  • Size
    30mm
  • Version Remarks
    This version was manufactured as a second issue and it did not feature a stamp.

History


The Coronation Medal, 1861 was founded by King Wilhelm I as a commemoration medal and was awarded to members of the coronation procession, attendees of the coronation, and military personnel that served at the coronation.

It could also be awarded to individuals who were officially in Königsberg on the day of the coronation. The decoration was non-returnable. The stamp was cut by Friedrich William Kullrich, who became court medalist in 1864.

In 1908, there were 33 living recipients, 15 of which were ranked in the military between Lieutenant Colonel to General. The medal was first awarded in 1862. There are also approximately 40 non-wearable, 18k gold medals that were awarded to princes.

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