1893 Belgium Award Medal for Secondary Education (1st Stage General Prize)
A Magnificent Bronze Gilt Monument to Late 19th-Century Academic Excellence
Celebrate the pinnacle of nineteenth-century scholastic achievement with this impressive 1893 Belgian award medal. Issued as a First Stage General Prize for secondary education, this substantial bronze gilt medal captures both the rigorous dedication to learning and the sophisticated medallic artistry of fin-de-siècle Belgium.
Featuring a circulated surface that speaks to its history of being proudly earned and preserved, this remarkable piece of European exonumia is a stunning centerpiece for collectors of educational history, fine art medals, and antique numismatics.
Product Specifications
-
Type / Designation: Award Medal – 1st Stage General Prize (Secondary Education)
-
Year of Issue: 1893
-
Country of Origin: Belgium
-
Composition: Bronze Gilt
-
Condition: Circulated
-
Diameter: 2.4 inches
-
Weight: 2.624 ounces
Key Features & Historical Significance
-
Substantial Artistry & Scale: Weighing over 2.6 ounces and measuring a generous 2.4 inches across, this heavy, large-format medal commands attention and showcases the deep relief and intricate engraving typical of elite European mints of the era.
-
A Window Into Educational History: Specifically presented for excellence in secondary education, it serves as a tangible cultural artifact reflecting the academic values, standards, and traditions of 1890s Belgium.
-
Distinctive Character: The rich bronze gilt composition, complemented by its genuine circulated handling, gives the piece an authentic, historic warmth that enhances its appeal to serious collectors of historical awards.
Add this magnificent symbol of historic achievement to your collection today.
