Original 1896 commemorative medal issued for the dedication of the Kyffhäuser Monument to Kaiser Wilhelm I on 18 June 1896. Scarcer small suspension type with tricolor black–red–gold ribbon. Attractive, lightly toned silvered finish with sharp details.
Kyffhäuser monument view; legend “KAISER WILHELM D. GROSSEN · DIE EHEM. DEUTSCH. SOLDATEN ·” in the rim; date “18. JUNI 1896” in exergue.
Laureate bust of Kaiser Wilhelm I facing left within wreath; legend “WEIHE DES KYFFHÄUSER DENKMALS · 18. JUNI 1896”.
Country/State: Germany – Prussia (German Empire / Kaiserreich)
Event: Dedication of the Kyffhäuser (Kaiser‑Wilhelm) Monument
Date: 18 June 1896
Type: Commemorative/dedication medal, suspension with ribbon
Material: Silvered bronze / white metal (non‑magnetic; exact alloy not tested)
Diameter: approx. 33 mm
Maker: Attributed to Mayer & Wilhelm, Stuttgart (period manufacturer; unsigned on this piece)
Medal shows bright silvered surfaces with light tone; scattered small marks and a tiny dark spot on the reverse field. Original ribbon present with fraying, light soiling, small losses and fold wear from age. Please review all photos for the best assessment of condition.
The exact medal photographed
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