After the inauguration of Ernst II. the seals of medals for art and science were cut. The project was provided by Julie Gente from Leipzig, who won the design tender. The medals were made by Glaser und Sohn in Dresden. 50 gold medals were delivered, some of which were decorated with crowns. The new medals are slightly larger, 33 mm instead of 30 mm, and matte gilded. However, the old crowns continued to be used later. Medals are a rarity.
For the first time, medals for art and science were established by Duke Ernst I on December 30, 1874. Medals were awarded for outstanding achievements and services in the field of arts and sciences. Medals were divided into 4 levels or classes: Gold Medal with Crown, Gold Medal, Silver Medal with Crown, and Silver Medal. During the reign of Ernst I, 2 different options were granted. In 1891, medals with a new front side came to the award, corresponding to the stamp of the ducal Saxe-Ernestine medal for the merits of the Order of the House. On the stamp from 1875 to 1891, Ernst I can be seen with a double beard. The 2nd stamp depicts the duke with a sideburn. Stamps under Ernst I belong to Professor Ferdinand Helfricht.
Round medal made of matte gilded silver without embossed edges. A 5-arched matte-gold crown is movably attached from above. A ribbon ring passes through the imperial crown apple.
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Tape:
Ernst II Crown Gold Medal for Art and Science.
Ernst II Crown Gold Medal for Art and Science.
Awards of World War II