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© apuking (CC BY-SA)
Medal - Polar expedition of Nansen on the Fram
1896 year| Silver (.998) | 5.68 g | 23.2 mm |
| Location | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Oscar II (1872-1905) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1896 |
| Composition | Silver (.998) |
| Weight | 5.68 g |
| Diameter | 23.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#151437 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sun shines on the polar regions, crowned Norway arms over palm, laurel and oak branches above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FORSKERAANDENS MORGENSOL / GLIMTED OP MOD ISLAGT POL
24.6.21.7.1893 / 13.8.20.8.1896
NANSEN JOHANSEN. // 86°14°N.BR // "FRAM". 85° 57° N.BR
Edge
Plain with inscription.
Lettering: 998S
