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2. Laying of the cathedral's foundation stone at the Cologne Cathedral
| Location | Cologne, City of |
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| Year | 1842 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
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| Obverse description | The obverse depicts the half-completed southern tower of Cologne Cathedral in high relief, rising prominently from the surrounding city skyline. A circular legend in the field surrounds the architectural view, with the date 1248 implied in the inscription. The Gothic stonework of the unfinished structure is rendered in fine detail. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents a detailed relief view of the completed Cologne Cathedral as envisioned from the west, showing the two soaring Gothic spires flanking the nave facade in full symmetry. The circular legend surrounds the architectural composition, with the date 1842 incorporated into the inscription. The finely struck design conveys the monumental scale of the completed structure. |
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