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K- 441

MARTIN LUTHER
1930, Cast Bronze, Commemorative medallion, 110.0mm., 288.00g. Ex- Max Böttcher collection.
 
Obverse:  Busts of Luther and John "The Steadfast" of Saxony. The 400 year commemoration for the stay of Martin Luther in the citadel Coburg under the protection of 'John, the Steadfast', from April to October 1530, 400th anniversary.

Reverse:  Inscription, "I shall not die' but live." Above coat-of-arms VESTE COBURG (Coburg citadel).

Very nice chocolate brown patina for this exceptional piece.  Very rare in this impressive cast and size as the primary purpose for its creation was to reduce this design to hub/die size and striking further examples.  Get it while you can!!

Grade: VZ (XF)

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