Small Gold Medal for Arts and Science

SKU: 02.HAN.0102.102.01

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    • country
      Germany
    • date of institution
      April 30, 1843
    • remarks
      The Small Gold Medal for Arts and Science is identical to the Large Gold Medal, but is smaller in size and unstamped.

    Physical Description


    A circular medal constructed of gold. The obverse bears the bust of King Ernst August encompassed by the inscription "ERNST AUGUST KOENIG VON HANNOVER". The reverse bears the inscription "FÜR KUNST UND WISSENSCHAFT". On a loop for suspension.

    History


    The Gold Medal for Arts and Science was established by King Ernst August of Hanover on Apil 30, 1843. The medal was conferred in recognition of outstanding achievements in the fields of art and science. The award could be conferred upon both men and women. The medals are engraved on the sides with the recipient's initials, and occasionally with the title of said recipient.

    The obverse of the medal features the portrai ...  t of King Ernst August.
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    Small Gold Medal for Arts and Science

    • Price

      $1,000 USD

    • Composition

      Gold

    • Inscription

      Obv: ERNST AUGUST KOENIG VON HANNOVER Rev: FÜR KUNST UND WISSENSCHAFT

    • Size

      33mm

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