Description
1793 Execution of Marie Antoinette Medallion by Kuchler
Price: £550.00
Condition: Extremely Fine (EF)
Description: This exquisite 1793 Execution of Marie Antoinette medallion, crafted by the renowned engraver Conrad Heinrich Kuchler, is a significant piece of numismatic art. The obverse features a detailed portrait of Marie Antoinette, while the reverse commemorates her execution during the French Revolution.
Specifications:
- Composition: Bronze
- Weight: 44 g
- Diameter: 44 mm
- Thickness: 3 mm
- Shape: Round
- Orientation: Medal alignment (↑↑)
Historical Significance: Marie Antoinette, the last Queen of France before the French Revolution, was executed by guillotine on October 16, 179312. Her death marked a pivotal moment in the Reign of Terror, symbolizing the fall of the French monarchy and the rise of revolutionary ideals. This medallion, struck by Kuchler, serves as a poignant reminder of this turbulent period in history.
Search Tags: Marie Antoinette, Execution of Marie Antoinette, 1793 Medallion, Conrad Heinrich Kuchler, Bronze Medallion, Numismatic Art, Historical Medallion, Collectible Medallion, , French Revolution
Add this historically significant medallion to your collection today and own a tangible piece of French revolutionary history!
