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Wilhelm II - Opening of the North Sea and Baltic Sea canal
1895 year| Silver | 19.25 g | 34 mm |
| Location | Germany (1871-1948) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | William II (1888-1918) |
| Type | Commemorative medals › Inauguration medals |
| Year | 1895 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 19.25 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round with a loop |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#372861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Map of northern Germany and southern Scandinavia with shipping lanes.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ★ NORD-OSTSEE-KANAL ★ BEGONNEN JUNI 1887, ERÖFFNET JUNI 1895
Engraver: Constantin Starck
Edge
Plain with inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering: KANAL ★ SEGENSMÜNZE ★
