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Presentation Medal 'Gluckhennenmedaille' 10 Ducats
| Location | City of Basel |
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| Year | 1640-1653 |
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| Reference(s) | Fr#79 |
| Obverse description | Panoramic view of the city of Basel with the Rhine River in the foreground, boats on the water, and numerous church spires and buildings rendered in fine relief. A radiant sun with a human face appears in the upper left field, its rays illuminating the cityscape. At the bottom center, a cartouche flanked by decorative foliage bears a small ornamental motif, with die-cutter's initials 'F F' visible on either side. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A hen seated on a nest surrounded by numerous chicks, with a cityscape of Basel visible in the background and a radiant sun at the top of the field. The scene allegorically depicts the city as a protective mother hen nurturing her citizens. A two-line Latin legend appears in the lower exergue. |
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