Flood Relief Medal, in Bronze (1855)

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SKU: 02.NLD.0133.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$325+ USD

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Estimated market value:

$325+ USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Netherlands
  • Composition
    Bronze
  • Inscription
    Obv: WILLEM III KONING DER NEDERLANDEN G.H.V.L. Rev: WATERSNOOD VAN 1855 DE KONING AAN [RECIPIENT DETAILS]
  • Size
    50mm
  • Version Remarks
    This medal is stamped "J.P.M.MENGER.F.,"

History


The Flood Relief Medal was established by Royal Decree in 1855. It was awarded in recognition of bravery and self-sacrifice during emergency flood situations. A silver or bronze clasp was worn by recipients who received more than one award.

There are five versions of the Bronze Medal that differ in the year inscribed on the reverse. Each has an obverse inscription that translates to "William III, King of the Netherlands, Grand Duke of Luxembourg," with a reverse inscription that translates to "Flood of [year]."

There may be additional versions that vary in size.

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