Decoration for Art and Science, Gold Medal

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SKU: 02.REU.0104.103.01.000

Estimated market value:

$650 USD

  • Decoration for Art and Science, Gold Medal Obverse

Estimated market value:

$650 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Makers
    Bury & Leonhard, Hanau
  • Composition
    Silver gilt
  • Inscription
    Obv: HR Rev: LITERIS ET ARTIBUS
  • Size
    31mm
  • Image Licensing
    The image of the Decoration for Art and Science, Gold Medal is attributed to Andreas Thies, Catalog 51, November 6-9, 2013. Please see the following page for more information: https://www.andreas-thies.de/onTEAM/grafik/A51_129_160.pdf

Physical Description and Item Details


21 grams.

History


The Decoration for Art and Science was founded by Prince Heinrich XIV of Reuss-Gera (Junior Line) and was conferred in recognition of outstanding achievements in the fields of art and science. The award could be conferred upon citizens of Reuss as well as foreigners.

In 1909, the Silver and Gold Medal were added to the decoration.

In 1912, the award was extended to include Reuss-Greiz (Senior Line).

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