Maximilian Medal (Hair Straight)

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

Specifications

 * Designer:
 * Obverse Design: Imaginary head of Maximilian
 * Reverse Design: Inscription in three lines
 * Edge:
 * Weight:
 * Diameter: 21mm
 * Composition: Copper
 * Date Minted: 1863
 * Mintage:

Design
Obverse. Imaginary head of Maximilian in profile to left, with light moustache and side whiskers, the hair straight and combed down over the ears. Legend : To left, MAXIMILIANO and to right, DE AUSTRIA all surrounded by a border of small pellets.

Reverse. Legend : JUNTA DE LOS NOTABLES [Assembly of Notables.] In the field, in three lines MEXICO | 6 DE JULIO | 1863 a rosette below the date. A border of small pellets as on obverse.