Netherlands: Boer War: S.J.P. Kruger "Full Face"
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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; Hern: 366; ME: Netherlands 1; Laidlaw: 0116a;
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Variations:
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| Size | Metal | Mass | Value |
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| 28.5 mm | Bronze | 8.2 gm | $130 | | 28.6 mm | Silvered Bronze | 8.0 gm | $110 | | 28.5 mm | Gilded Bronze | 8.3 gm | $110 | | 28.6 mm | Brass | 8.1 gm | $110 | | 28.6 mm | Gilded Copper Nickel | 8.2 gm | $110 |
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Edge:
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Plain.
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Obverse:
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Within a beaded rim, bareheaded bust of Kruger, front, in presidential attire with sash displaying the coat of arms of the Z.A.R. across right shoulder. Legend: “S. J. P. KRUGER”
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Reverse:
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Within a laurel wreath, the coat of arms of the Transvaal Republic on a rectangular shield. Legend: “EENDRAGHT MAAKT MAGHT (unity makes strength)”. Beaded border round the rim.
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Notes:
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The medal exists in a variety of metals and finishes. All were made with an attached loop but this often breaks off.
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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