Netherlands: S.J.P. Kruger, Full Face - Uniface
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Form:
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Circular with attached loop.
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By:
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Meyer and Wilhelm of Stuttgart, Germany |
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Date:
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1900 |
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Ref:
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AM: 161 (similar); Hern: 366 (similar); ME: Netherlands 1 (similar); Laidlaw: 116b;
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Variations:
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| Size | Metal | Mass | Value |
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| 29 mm | Silvered Bronze | 8.4 gm | $80 |
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Edge:
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Plain
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Obverse:
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Full faced bust of Paul Kruger in presidential attire with sash displaying the coat of arms of the Transvaal Republic across right shoulder. Legend: “S. J. P. KRUGER”
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Reverse:
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Uniface. Pattern of circles.
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Notes:
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Possibly a trial strike.
President Kruger visited Amsterdam on 19th December 1900. It is probable that this medal was made by Mayer & Wilhelm of Stuttgart and sold to the people Amsterdam as a commemoration of his visit.
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