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Otto Hersing

1917 year
Silver 15.95 g 35 mm
Description
Location
Germany (1871-1948)
Emperor
William II (1888-1918)
Type
Commemorative medals › Military medals
Year
1917
Composition
Silver
Weight
15.95 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#150881
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Naval battle scene with HMS Majecstic sinking, sea horse to the right and trident at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PATHFINDER // STRvGIBRALTAR // TRIVMPH
MAIESTIC.
BALL / BERLIN

Engravers: Paul Sturm, Robert Ball

Edge

Plain with inscription.

Lettering: SILBER

Comment

Weight varies: 14.42-15.95g