B-46/12. Commemorative medal "Ludwig van Beethoven" (1868)

Obverse

Half-lenght portrait en face

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN

Medalier's mark: HUGUES BOVY 1868

Reverse

Inscription inside laurel wreath:

NÉ / A BONN / LE 17 DECEMBRE / 1772 / MORT A VIENNE / LE 26 MARS / 1827. [Born in Bonn 17 December 1772, died in Vienna 26 March 1827]

 

Comments

Incorrect date of birth on reverse!

Specifications
Article: B-46/12
Type: Commemorative medal
Year: 1868
Country: France
Designer: BOVY Hugues (1841-1903)
Metal: Bronze
Diameter: 60,0 mm
Reference: Niggl #120