Maximilian Medal (A PITTNER)

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

Specifications

 * Engraver: A. PITTNER
 * Obverse Design: Head of Maximilian in profile to the right
 * Reverse Design: An imperial crown
 * Edge:
 * Weight:
 * Diameter: 33mm
 * Composition: Silver and white metal
 * Date Minted: 1863
 * Mintage:

Design
Obverse. Head of Maximilian in profile to the right, almost exactly the same as Maximilian Medal (NAVALON G), but smaller. Beneath the head A. PITTNER. (the name of the engraver). Legend : MAXIMILIAN 1. * 19 . JUNI 1867. A depression two millimeters in width surrounding the legend, is filled with black enamel.

Reverse. An imperial crown from which is suspended by ribbons, to the left, a shield bearing the arms of Austria, and to the right another with those of Mexico. Beneath the former in a curved line ÖSTERREICH [Austria], and beneath the latter MEXICO the whole surrounded by three branches of thorn in trefoil, the ends crossed. In the outer angles of the trefoil are three branches of olive.