Manfred von Richthofen ("The Red Baron") 1918 front Manfred von Richthofen ("The Red Baron") 1918 back
Manfred von Richthofen ("The Red Baron") 1918 photo
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Manfred von Richthofen "The Red Baron"

1918 year
Gold (.985) 27.88 g 36 mm
Description
Location
Germany (1871-1948)
Emperor
William II (1888-1918)
Type
Commemorative medals › Personality medals
Year
1918
Composition
Gold (.985)
Weight
27.88 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#440537
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Decorated helmet and family crest leaning against stone memorial with eagle in foreground.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DER.ROTE.KAMPF FLIEGER
+
21.
APRIL
1918

Engraver: Karl Goetz

Edge

Plain with inscription

Lettering: 985