Maximilian Medal (Split Leaves)

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

Specifications

 * Designer:
 * Obverse Design: Heads of the Emperor and Empress
 * Reverse Design: Wreath of nopal leaves (?)
 * Edge:
 * Weight:
 * Diameter: 31mm
 * Composition: Silver
 * Date Minted: 1863
 * Mintage:

Design
Obverse. Heads of the Emperor and Empress, jugata, in profile to the left, almost identical with Maximilian Medal (Round Head). Beneath the head of Maximilian C. OCAMPO G. A sprig of olive at each side. Legend : MAXIMILIANO Y CARLOTA EMPERADORES

Reverse. A broad wreath of nopal leaves (?) on the left and laurel on the right (split leaves, the stems crossed and tied with a ribbon; on the lower curve of the ribbon C. O. G In the field an inscription in six lines, 12 | DE JUNIO | DE 1864. | 19 | DE JUNIO | DE 1867. — the date of the arrival of the Emperor and Empress at the city of Mexico, and the execution of Maximilian at Queretaro.