Bare head of sculptor Thorvaldsen facing right inside a circle. Around a wide border presents a circle of ancient gods and warriors, symbol of Thorvaldsen passion for classic arts.
Obverse lettering
ALBERTVS THORVANDSEN DANVS
SCVLPTOR
C. CHRISTENSEN F. (Translation: Albert Thorwaldsen Danish sculptor)
Obverse script
Reverse description
Wide border presents sixteen sections with minuscule figures of Thorvaldsen’s most famous sculptures. In central circle his masterpiece: `Hafniae`. Dania left seated on a throne ornate with Danish arms and a trident, receiving tiny cherub playing lyre from a naked girl staying on the back of a dolphin.