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Medallion for Egyptian Ladies
1913 year| Brass | 8.6 g | 40 mm |
| Location | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Type | Medals › Souvenir medallions |
| Year | 1913 |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 8.6 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#404510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Austro-Hungarian Empire shield with double-headed eagle and crown
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEDALLION . FOR . 1913 EGYPTIAN . LADIES
"4"
Edge
Unabridged legend: Lisse
Comment
The medallion's design is based on the 4 Ducat gold coin of the Austro-Hungarian Empire minted from 1872 to 1915. The medallions are said to have been minted in Alexandria, Egypt, by local jewelers in the early 20th century for sale to tourists.
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