Medals auctions
SerbiaPeter I Karadžiordjević (1903–1918) St. George fighting a dragon; below, the coat of arms of Serbia; СВЕТИ ЋОРЋЕ БУДИ СРБУИ ДАЛЬЕ УГЛЕД БРАНИОЦА ПРАВДЕ И ИСТИНЕ, on the reverse side, a Kosovar girl offering red wine to a dying Serbian soldier; below, 1912 in a halo of light, СЛАВА ОСВЕТНИЦИМА КОСОВА - LET US HELP...
Russia Obverse: Head facing right; below, the inscription А. КЛЕПИКОВЪ, АЛЕКСАНДРЪ ПЕРВЫЙ ИМПЕРАТОРЪ ВСЕРОСС.; Reverse: Inscription in 13 lines bronze, 39.6 mm, 36.86 g
A medal made after 1945 from tombac gilded by the London firm Spink (mark: “SPINK LONDON”). Obverse: an image of a paratrooper insignia, surrounded by the inscription: “1st INDEPENDENT PARACHUTE BRIGADE ARNHEM DRIEL SEPTEMBER 18–26, 1944.” Reverse: the head of a Polish eagle. The original ribbon is preserved. Medal diameter: 3.9 cm. Condition shown in the attached photos.
GermanyPrussia – Wilhelm II (1888–1918) A bust of Wilhelm facing right; on the left, WILHELM / DER / GROSSE / DEUTSCHER / KAISER; on the right, KOENIG / VON / PREUSSEN; on the reverse, a wreath bearing a cushion with the royal regalia, UM ANDENKEN / AN DEN / HUNDERTSTEN GEBURTSTAG / DES GROSSEN KAISERS / WILHELM I. / 1797 – 22 MAERZ – 1897; a single-piece medal, designed to be mounted ...
A German commemorative medal struck to mark the Olympic Games in Berlin. Struck in silver in 1936. Diameter: 3.5 cm. Condition shown in the attached photos.
Russia Obverse: Bust facing right; at the intersection of the arm, the inscription GASS •, Б • М • ПЕТРЪ II • ИМРЕРАТ • И САМОДЕР • ВСЕРОСС •; Reverse: Inscription in six lines bronze, 39.3 mm, 38.70 g
Medal in a protective capsule, fingerprints Ag 999 Weight: 31.1 g. The medal was struck at the Polish Mint.
Germany19th century Front: View of Würzburg Cathedral, (CATH)EDRA EPISCOPALIS WIRCEBVRG(ENSIS) / (SAEC)VLVM VNDECIMVM CELEBRAT, in the year MDCCCXLIII. / I. I. NEVSS DIR., Reverse: Three saints (Kilian, Boniface, and Burchard) with two coats of arms between them, DEVS INCREMENTVM DEDIT., signature at the bottom silver, 40.9 mm, 27.42 g, chased, trace of a removed pin
FranceThird Republic (1871–1940) Obverse: Head of Marianne facing left; below, the signature "BARRE," "REPUBLIQUE - FRANÇAISE"; Reverse: A wreath containing the inscription "ADMINIST. / DES / MONNAIES / EXPOSITION / UNIVERSELLE / PARIS / 1878" bronze, beautiful medal, in NGC packaging no. 8218959-007, graded MS63 RB
PolandPeople's Republic of Poland (1952–1989) Obverse: Bust facing forward, BLESSED JADWIGA – 1374–1399, Reverse: Arches beneath which two angels hold shields bearing the coats of arms of Poland and Lithuania; below, 1385; designed by Hanna Jelonek; produced by the VERITAS United Economic Collectives in Częstochowa tombac, 60.0 mm, 90.96 g
Medal, Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession in Warsaw, 1881 Material: bronze Diameter: 60 mm Weight: 86.56 g
38.8 g 41 mm Martini/Turricchia V.1# 429, Bramsen# 420, Slg. Julius# 1383, Coll. Essling# 10731927. BDM III# 554 ENG: Note To Clients: From March 1 2026 Our Buyer's Premium will remain the same 12.3% BUT with a 3 EUR Minimum. This applies to all purchases and invoices from Auction 32 and onward. If you have any questions please email us at [email protected] PL: Uwaga dla klientów:...
Stanislas Augustus (1764–1795). Medal, Sigismund II Augustus, by J.J. Reichel, undated (1790s).
100 EUR
Hutten-Czapski 3430 - Raczyński 608; White metal - 36.05 g - 44.5 mm - 12 hSuperb.In the 1790s, King Stanisław II August Poniatowski commissioned a series of 23 medals depicting the portraits of the kings of Poland beginning with Bolesław I; the first two were engraved by J.P. Holzhaeusser, and the rest by J.J. Reichel
A trial medal “For Merit in Firefighting,” die-struck in white metal. Circa 1926. Diameter: 3.3 cm. Condition as shown in the attached photos.
A medal struck from patinated bronze commemorating the victims of Soviet war crimes. Obverse: Polish military eagles surrounding a cross standing on the word “Katyń”; reverse: Polish prisoners of war behind barbed wire. Diameter: 7 cm. Condition shown in the attached photos.
Silver (.925) • 21.25 g • ⌀ 36.25 mm ENG: Note To Clients: From March 1 2026 Our Buyer's Premium will remain the same 12.3% BUT with a 3 EUR Minimum. This applies to all purchases and invoices from Auction 32 and onward. If you have any questions please email us at [email protected] PL: Uwaga dla klientów: Od 1 marca 2026 r. nasza prowizja kupującego pozostanie na tym samym poziomie ...
A commemorative plaque made in 1931 at the State Mint as a tribute to Marshal Józef Piłsudski. The focal point of the composition is a profile portrait of the Marshal, facing left, set within a medallion. Below the image is an elaborate, eighteen-line inscription praising him as the Reviver of the Polish State and the founder and leader of the Polish army. The work was designed by the distin...
The obverse depicts a hand holding a scimitar, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves; on the reverse, between two oak leaves, is the inscription: POLSKA / SWEMU / OBROŃCY. Diameter: 15 mm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
Silver (.925) • 4.87 g ENG: Note To Clients: From March 1 2026 Our Buyer's Premium will remain the same 12.3% BUT with a 3 EUR Minimum. This applies to all purchases and invoices from Auction 32 and onward. If you have any questions please email us at [email protected] PL: Uwaga dla klientów: Od 1 marca 2026 r. nasza prowizja kupującego pozostanie na tym samym poziomie 12,3%, ALE z kwot�...
PolandThird Republic of Poland (since 1989) Obverse: Bust of John Paul II facing left, POPE JOHN PAUL II; Reverse: Our Lady of Częstochowa 999 fine silver, 31.13 g, mirror-finish hallmarks, patina, scratches on the medal
GermanyFederal Republic of Germany (1948–) Obverse: A man relieving himself; above, COLONIA; below, DER / KALLENDRESSER; Reverse: Manufacturer’s mark cast bronze, 45.0 mm, 67.36 g
Germany19th century Obverse: Head facing right; at the base of the neck, the inscription “C. PFEUFFER FEC.”; below, “G. LOOS DIR.”; FRIDERICVS PRINCEPS REGNI BORVSS. HERES ANNOS NATVS XXVI, Reverse: Three figures at a tied-up stone altar, with the inscription CELEBRANDIS SOLLEMNIBVS / SAECVLARIBVS ANNO / MDCCCXXXVIII, RECEPTVS IN ORDINEM LIBERVM LATOMORVM NOCTE DIE XIV AVG. A. MDCCXXXV...
Weight: 16.9 g. Diameter: 35 mm 1000 silver
10th Anniversary of the Republic, 1928; St. Prokop Plowing with the Devil; Miner; design / national coat of arms; St. Wenceslas with Knights; Ag 987; 34 mm; 19.97 g; edge wear; patina
POLAND Michael Kazimierz Radzwill (1609–1672) Undated medal – AE (42 g – Ø 48 mm) R Posthumous minting. Perforated.
Russia Obverse: Head facing right, below the signature I.G.W., ВЕЛИЛКІИ КНЗЬ МСТИСЛАВЪ ВЛАДНМИРОВИЧЬ •, Reverse: Inscription in seven lines bronze, 39.3 mm, 38.70 g
The Netherlands Obverse: Two busts facing right, ILLVSTRISSIMI. FRATRES. IOHAN: ET. CORNEL: DE. WIT., Reverse: Inscription in eight lines gilded copper, 46.5 mm, 28.31 g, slightly bent
PolandPeople's Republic of Poland (1952–1989) Obverse: Bust facing slightly to the left, KS. PIOTR SKARGA 1536–1612, Reverse: Two hands, designed by Hanna Jelonek, struck at Zjednoczone Zespoły Gospodarcze Sp. z o. o., Częstochowa Production Plant tombac, 60.4 mm, 91.93 g
Slovakia Obverse: A half-length portrait of the Pope giving his blessing, facing forward; at the bottom, the inscription NOVOTNÝ, VISIT OF HOLY FATHER JOHN PAUL II TO KOŠICE 1995, Reverse: View of St. Elizabeth’s Cathedral, ST. ELIZABETH’S CATHEDRAL IN KOŠICE silver, 40.0 mm, 31.25 g, mirror-finish dies, medal without cap
The obverse features a portrait of the Marshal’s head, surrounded by the inscription “ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF NATIONAL MOURNING,” and the lower part displays the date range of the first anniversary: “1935-12-V-1936.” The reverse depicts a symbolic, solemn scene: two soldiers carrying a coffin draped in a shroud, set against the backdrop of two symbols crucial to Polish history—Wawel ...
A medal designed by Józef Aumiller and struck in an extremely limited edition of just 470 pieces. The obverse features the left-facing profiles of Tadeusz Kościuszko and Kazimierz Pułaski, beneath which appear the artist’s signature “J.AVMILLER” and the inscription “POLAND – TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.” The reverse is adorned with a bust of George Washington, surrounded by ...
Sn, 28 mm, Battle of Hradec Králové
A medal in the form of a silver-plated clip, struck by the Polish Archaeological and Numismatic Society in 1988. Obverse: a scene depicting Polish families being herded into a train car during their deportation to Siberia; Reverse: an inscription on a prison cell wall. Dimensions: 7 x 7 cm. Condition as shown in the attached photos.
The "In Eiserner Zeit" Medal. The obverse depicts a figure offering gifts, while the reverse bears the inscription “Gold gab ich zur Wehr, Eisen nahm ich zur Ehr” – “I gave gold for the war effort, and accepted iron with honor.” This medal was awarded to individuals who donated gold items to support the war effort, receiving a symbolic iron medal in return. Diameter: 40 mm. Overall c...
This is a commemorative medal from 1899, struck to mark the imperial parade and maneuvers. The obverse features the profiles of Emperor Wilhelm II and Empress Augusta Victoria. The reverse features an image of the Iron Cross surrounded by the inscription "GOTT MIT UNS" (God with us) and the inscription "FÜR KAISER-PARADE UND MANÖVER 1899" inscribed within the Cross (For the Imperial Parade a...
GERMANY Rectangular cast metal plaque from the 15th century, *The Temptation of Faith* - Artist: Peter Flotner (1490–1546) - Faith, reclining in a forest with a cross at her feet, is surrounded by monsters. Behind a tree trunk, two figures are visible (one hooded); in the background, a cityscape with smoking chimneys—Weber 1975 no. 38 (lead), Bekker 1998, p. 109 no. 250 AE (401 g - 109x97 ...
Collignon 1569; Copper - 70.28 g - 51.5 mm - 12 hThe bright fields show only a few faint fingerprints. Superb, mint condition.Inspired by the collection of medals of the kings of France commissioned by de Launay, whose dies had been engraved by Thomas Bernard in the 18th century, Armand Auguste Caqué, commissioned by Madame La Dauphine, created the famous “Numismatic Gallery of the Kings of...
Beaupré, p. 40; Bronze - 74.38 g - 51 mm - 12 hSuperb.
Material: Ag 500 Weight: 14.14 g. Mintage: 500 pieces Coin in a protective capsule.
Medal from 1893, issued by 18 Czech and Moravian Catholic workers’ associations to mark the 50th anniversary of the episcopal consecration of Leo XIII and the pilgrimage of Czech sons to Rome. The Pope seated in his chair, surrounded by the faithful, Latin inscription / In the center, coats of arms; around them, a list of cities; Latin-Czech inscription; signed: K. Pátek; diameter 80 mm; we...
Diakov 909.9; Silver - 58.07 g - 51 mm - 12 hCleaned specimen, a few nicks on the edge. Very Good condition.
A medal in the form of a clip, commemorating the Polish victims of Soviet repression. Struck in bronze. Obverse: a scene depicting Polish families being herded into train cars; reverse: an inscription on a prison cell wall. Dimensions: 7x7 cm. Condition shown in the attached photos.
Collignon 1561; Copper - 63.63 g - 51.5 mm - 12 hA few marks in the fields. Superb.Inspired by the collection of medals of the kings of France commissioned by de Launay, whose dies had been engraved by Thomas Bernard in the 18th century, Armand Auguste Caqué, commissioned by Madame La Dauphine, created the famous “Numismatic Gallery of the Kings of France,” a set of 73 medals that was exh...
A patriotic medallion bearing the likeness of Paul von Hindenburg; the reverse side features an image of the Iron Cross. Diameter: 1.5 cm. Overall condition as shown in the photos.
A bronze commemorative medal marking the 40th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany. Obverse: two Soviet helmets against the background of a banner / Reverse: “May 9, 1945–1985.” Diameter: 6.7 cm. Condition shown in the attached photos.
Alexander I (1801–1825). Medal depicting Alexander I visiting the Mint, by B. Andrieu, 1814, Paris.
100 EUR
Diakov 380.2; Bronze - 39 mm - 12 hTop Pop: This is the only graded example!PCGS SP63 (50920645). Stunning.
A silver-plated, oxidized medal commemorating Soviet war crimes committed against Polish prisoners of war. Reverse: Polish officers behind barbed wire / Obverse: Polish eagles surrounding a cross standing on the word “Katyń.” Diameter: 7 cm. Condition shown in the attached photos.
Collignon - (see 1579); Copper - 57.05 g - 51.5 mm - 12 hHallmark (bow) COPPER on the edge. Previously cleaned specimen. Superb.Inspired by the collection of medals of the kings of France commissioned by de Launay, whose dies had been engraved by Thomas Bernard in the 18th century, Armand Auguste Caqué, commissioned by Madame La Dauphine, created the famous “Numismatic Gallery of the Kings ...
A medal in the form of a silver-plated clip issued in 1988 by the Polish Archaeological and Numismatic Society. Obverse: a broken Polish officer’s saber and the Model 19 eagle; reverse: Polish prisoners of war standing above mass graves. Dimensions: 7x7 cm. Condition shown in the attached photos.
Diakov 1293.1; Silver - 178.64 g - 68 mm - 12 hA deep dent on the edge at 8 o’clock on the reverse, scratched at 12 o’clock, and bearing a small hallmark. This specimen has been previously cleaned and has a lustrous appearance beneath a gray patina. Very Good Condition.This medal commemorates the 50th anniversary of the appointment of Alexandra of Saxe-Altenburg, Grand Duchess Alexandra Io...
Charles X (1824–1830). Medal, prize from the Special School of Dijon, by Depaulis, 1829, Paris.
40 EUR
Copper - 40.48 g - 41 mm - 12 hInscription engraved on the reverse: 2nd PRIZE FOR COPY / ARCHITECTURE / WON BY / EDMd QUANTIN / YEAR 1829.Generic medal, inscribed with the award. Superb condition.
Nicholas II (1894–1917). Medal commemorating the first rivet of the cruiser Svetlana in 1895.
150 EUR
Diakov - ; Silver - 27.5 mm - 12 hPCGS MS62 (56277866). Hallmark (diamond) SILVER 950 [...] on the edge. Superb.The Svetlana was a protected cruiser of the Imperial Russian Navy, laid down in France at the Chantiers de la Méditerranée shipyard in Le Havre in 1895 and designed to also serve as a state yacht for Grand Duke Alexis Alexandrovich. With a displacement of approximately 3,900 metric...
See Collignon 529; Wax—frame: 346 x 346 mm—wax: 180 mmFrom the collection of antique dealer Alain Finard (1943–2024).Sculpted in red wax on a blue glass plate, edged in brass against a green imitation leather background, all set in a gilded frame. The head of Charles X and parts of the exergue are missing. Some damage to the frame. A superb piece.
Collignon 1568; Copper - 62.09 g - 51.5 mm - 12 hThe bright fields show only a few faint fingerprints. Superb, mint condition.Inspired by the collection of medals of the kings of France commissioned by de Launay, whose dies had been engraved by Thomas Bernard in the 18th century, Armand Auguste Caqué, commissioned by Madame La Dauphine, created the famous “Numismatic Gallery of the Kings of...
Collignon 1520; Copper - 50.76 g - 51.5 mm - 12 hSuperb.Inspired by the collection of medals of the kings of France commissioned by de Launay, whose dies had been engraved by Thomas Bernard in the 18th century, Armand Auguste Caqué, commissioned by Madame La Dauphine, created the famous “Numismatic Gallery of the Kings of France,” a set of 73 medals that was exhibited at the Salon from 18...
An anniversary medal struck in patinated bronze in 1972. It commemorates the battles fought by the Peasant Battalions in 1942. Obverse: the opening words of the Peasant Battalions’ oath; reverse: a scene of a partisan attack. Diameter: 7.2 cm. Condition as shown in the attached photos.
Gilded pewter - 15.68 g - 51 mm - 12 hFrom the Claude Silberstein Collection.Gilded pewter cast (late 19th – early 20th century?). Superb.Marie of Burgundy was the only daughter of Duke Charles the Bold. She married Maximilian I in August 1477. This series of medals, in the 15th-century style, is poorly documented. It is believed to originate from Prague, dating from around 1620–1650, and ...
Collignon 1563; Copper - 70.33 g - 51.5 mm - 12 hSuperb, in mint condition.Inspired by the collection of medals of the kings of France commissioned by de Launay, whose dies had been engraved by Thomas Bernard in the 18th century, Armand Auguste Caqué, commissioned by Madame La Dauphine, created the famous “Numismatic Gallery of the Kings of France,” a set of 73 medals that was exhibited a...
Silver - total: 131.53 gIn superb condition.Nicolas Lambert, Provost of the City of Paris, 1725 (F.3697) - Louis XV, Assembly of the Clergy, 1770 (F.3978) - Church of Paris, the churchwardens of St. Eustache, 1726 (F.4065) - City of Angers, Louis-Stanislas-Xavier, Duke of Anjou (F.8447) - Charles-Félix Claveau, mayor of Angers (F.8452) - Jean-François Allard, mayor of Angers (F.8514) - René...
Silver - 18.27 g - 32 mm - 12 h"SILBER 0.999" on the edge. Mint condition.
Collignon 1521; Copper - 55.57 g - 51.5 mm - 12 hSuperb.Inspired by the collection of medals of the kings of France commissioned by de Launay, whose dies had been engraved by Thomas Bernard in the 18th century, Armand Auguste Caqué, commissioned by Madame La Dauphine, created the famous “Numismatic Gallery of the Kings of France,” a set of 73 medals that was exhibited at the Salon from 18...
Collignon 1508; Copper - 61.76 g - 51.5 mm - 12 hSuperb, in mint condition.Inspired by the collection of medals of the kings of France commissioned by de Launay, whose dies had been engraved by Thomas Bernard in the 18th century, Armand Auguste Caqué, commissioned by Madame La Dauphine, created the famous “Numismatic Gallery of the Kings of France,” a set of 73 medals that was exhibited a...