France, Battle of Jena, 1806, Medal, UNC; France, Battle of Jena, 1806 Medal, UNC, The Battle of Jena. Original Copper, 41 mm. Signed by Andrieu, Denon and Galle. Laureate head of Napoleon right; NAPOLEON EMP ET ROI / Napoleon as Jupiter, seated on an eagle flying in the clouds, hurling a thunderbolt against the Titans. Br-538; Jul-1596. A truly fabulous design and beautiful patina. The Battle of Jena was a major battle between Napoleon and Frederic William III of Prussia that resulted in huge losses by the Prussians and their subjugation to the French. Sometimes this is called the Battle of Jena-Auerstedt or the twin battles of Jena and Auerstädt.
Estimate: $550