Life Saving Medal, in Silver (pre-1880 version)

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SKU: 02.SBS.0110.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$1,000 USD

  • Life Saving Medal, in Silver (pre-1880 version) Obverse
  • Life Saving Medal, in Silver (pre-1880 version) Reverse

Estimated market value:

$1,000 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: GFC Rev: FÜR RETTUNG AUS GEFAHR
  • Size
    24mm
  • Version Remarks
    Four were awarded.
  • Image Licensing
    The image of the Life Saving Medal, in Silver (pre-1880 version) is attributed to Andreas Thies, Catalog 50, July 14, 2012. Please see the following page for more information: https://www.andreas-thies.de/onTEAM/grafik/A50_129_160.pdf

Physical Description and Item Details


A smooth circular medal with a raised edge, constructed of silver. The obverse features the crowned and intertwined monogram ‘GFC’. The reverse features the inscription ‘FÜR RETTUNG AUS GEFAHR’ (‘for rescue from danger’), surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. On a loop for suspension, on a yellow ribbon.

History


The Life Saving Medal was instituted in 1868 by Prince Günther Friedrich Carl I. It was conferred upon individuals who risked their own lives to save others from life-threatening danger.

In 1880, Prince Karl Günther became the ruler of Schwarzburg-Sondershausen and the medals were altered to feature his image on the obverse.

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