Life Saving Medal, in Silver (post-1880 version)

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SKU: 02.SBS.0110.102.01.001

Estimated market value:

$750 USD

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Estimated market value:

$750 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: KARL GÜNTHER FÜRST Z. SCHWARZB. SONDERHAUSEN Rev: FÜR RETTUNG AUS GEFAHR
  • Size
    30mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A smooth circular medal with a raised edge, constructed of silver. The obverse features the right-facing portrait of Duke Karl Günther, with the circular inscription ‘KARL GÜNTHER FÜRST Z. SCHWARZB. SONDERSHAUSEN’. The reverse features the inscription ‘FÜR RETTUNG AUS GEFAHR’ (‘for rescue from danger’), surrounded by a wreath of laurel and oak leaves. On a loop for suspension, on a yellow ribbon.

History


The Life Saving Medal was instituted in 1868 by Prince Günther Friedrich Carl I. It was conferred upon individuals who risked their own lives to save others from life-threatening danger.

In 1880, Prince Karl Günther became the ruler of Schwarzburg-Sondershausen and the medals were altered to feature his image on the obverse.

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