H.C. Andersen

€1.00
LocationDenmark
Year1980
TypeCommemorative medal
CompositionSilver (.900)
Weight15 g
Diameter33 mm
Thickness
ShapeRound
TechniqueMilled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
EdgeSmooth
Lettering: 900 HF A xxxx/2000
Period
NoticeFrode Bahnsen
Reference(s)
Obverse descriptionBust of H.C. Andersen facing right. Engravers signature over his left shoulder. Surrounded by text.
Obverse letteringH. C. ANDERSEN FØDT I ODENSE 1805 · 175-ÅRET 1980 FB
(Translation: H. C. Andersen born in Odense 1805 · 175th anniversary 1980)
Obverse scriptLatin
Reverse descriptionFacade of H.C. Andersens childhood home in Odense.
Reverse letteringBARNDOMSHJEM
(Translation: CHILDHOOD HOME)
Reverse scriptLatin
Engraver
Mintage1980  - - 2 000
Catalog ID7240375420
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