Decoration for Art and Science, Type III, Silver Cross

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SKU: 02.SXC.0102.105.01.000

Estimated market value:

$1,000 USD

  • Decoration for Art and Science, Type III, Silver Cross Obverse
  • Decoration for Art and Science, Type III, Silver Cross Reverse

Estimated market value:

$1,000 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: ERNST HERZOG ZU SACHSEN COBURG UND GOTHA Rev: DEM VERDIENSTE
  • Size
    34mm
  • Image Licensing
    The image of the Decoration for Art and Science, Type III, Silver Cross is attributed to Andreas Thies, Catalog 47, December 17, 2011. Please see the following page for more information: https://www.andreas-thies.de/onTEAM/grafik/A47_193_224.pdf

Physical Description and Item Details


A Maltese cross with smooth arms and a raised border, constructed of silver and enamel. Between the cross arms is a rue wreath in green enamel and silver borders. The obverse centre medallion features the left-facing portrait of Duke Ernst with the circular inscription ‘ERNST HERZOG ZU SACHSEN COBURG UND GOTHA’. Below the neck is the stamp cutter’s signature ‘HELFRICHT F.’. The medallion ring is smooth and doubled. The reverse is similar, except that the medallion features an oak leaf wreath, tied at the bottom by a ribbon, with the inscription ‘DEM VERDIENSTE’ (‘for merit’) above a crown in the centre. On a loop for suspension, on a green ribbon.

History


The Decoration for Art and Science was originally founded as the Medal for Civil Merit, which was primarily awarded to artists. The medal was established in three grades: Gold, Silver, and Bronze. Both wearable and non-wearable medals were issued.

The Type III decoration was redesigned by Duke Ernst II on April 18, 1860.

The new Type III decorations took the form of a cross. This decoration was the highest level of award conferred in recognition of extraordinary merits and achievements within the arts and sciences.

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