Catalog
Medal - Johann Strauss
| Location | Austria |
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| Technique | Milled |
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| Obverse description | Right-facing bust of Johann Strauss in high relief, flanked by decorative acanthus scrollwork at the base and a small cherub figure to the right. The legend 'JOHANN STRAUSS' arcs along the upper rim, with the dates '1825-1899' displayed within the lower scrollwork. A small circular mintmark or ornamental device appears in the left field. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | Central field features a large treble clef in high relief overlaid on musical staff lines with scattered notes, evoking a sheet music motif. Decorative acanthus scrolls flank the inner circle at left and right, with the fineness mark '585' in the lower left field and a maker's mark in the lower right. The legend 'DIE BERÜHMTESTEN' arcs along the upper rim and 'KOMPONISTEN' along the lower rim. |
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