Karl Franz Josef Cast Iron Medal by E. Greier

Half-length uniformed bust of heir to throne in plumed shako ¾ r. Reverse with standing armored figure as medieval knight in eagle-crowned helmet, bearing the legend "Strong in War, Generous in Peace". By E. Greier, cast iron, 107mm. Made for Robert Ball Nachf., Berlin coin dealership headed by Hugo Grünthal, whose son Henry was later curator at the American Numismatic Society. Karl died in exile in 1922 and his efforts to stop World War I caused Pope John Paul II to beatify him early in this century. Silvery surfaces, traces of oxidation on highest reverse points. Provenance: From an important Greenwich, CT estate. In uncirculated condition.
Condition Report: In uncirculated condition.