Maximilian Medal (Short Ribbons)

The Maximilian Medal (Short Ribbons) was struck in 1863 and is part of the Mexican Imperial Coinage series.

Specifications

 * Designer:
 * Obverse Design: Head of the Emperor to the right
 * Reverse Design: Wreath of laurel and oak
 * Edge:
 * Weight:
 * Diameter: 46mm
 * Composition: Silver and copper
 * Date Minted: 1863
 * Mintage:

Design
Obverse. Head of the Emperor to the right, very much as in Maximilian Medal (NAVALON G), except that the point of the beard is divided. Beneath the head, NAVALON. D OCAMPO. G Legend : MAXIMILIANO EMPERADOR DE MEXICO -

Reverse. A handsome wreath of laurel and oak, the stems crossed at bottom and tied with ribbon. In the field the inscription in five lines AL | MERITO | CIENTIFICO | Y | ARTlSTICO [For scientific and artistic merit.]