B-46/242b. Commemorative medal "Beethoven" (w/d)

Obverse

Beethoven is sitting at the piano playing with one hand. 

A hand above is placing laurel wreath on him

BEETHOVEN - at left

Medalier's mark on the piano's cover: F.FOCHT

Reverse

Piano in front of the opening window with a view of tree, mountain, rising sun and lyra under the tree. There is a violin on the piano and open sheet music entitled "Sonate". Harp, treble clef, laurel twig and clouds at left

HYMNE A LA NATURE [Hymn to the nature]

Medalier's mark at right: F.Focht

 

Specifications
Article: B-46/242b
Type: Commemorative medal
Year: 1943
Country: France
Mint: Monnaie de Paris
Designer: FOCHT Frederic (1879-1937)
Metal: Bronze, Silver plated
Diameter: 50,0 mm
Edge:

Reference: Niggl #133b