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MUSICA IN NUMMIS. Austria - Germany. Ludwig von Beethoven Uniface Bronze Plaque, ND (ca. 1910). CHOICE UNCIRCULATED.
Niggl-248b. Dimensions: 64mm x 54mm; Weight: 141.99 gms. By F. Stiasny. Obverse: Head facing, wearing wreath composed of leaves; lines of music to right; Reverse: Plain. Edge: Plain. An incredibly imposing and interesting design, this piece of medallic art has the feel of seemingly bursting out to the viewer and possesses a great 3-D effect.
Niggl-248b. Dimensions: 64mm x 54mm; Weight: 141.99 gms. By F. Stiasny. Obverse: Head facing, wearing wreath composed of leaves; lines of music to right; Reverse: Plain. Edge: Plain. An incredibly imposing and interesting design, this piece of medallic art has the feel of seemingly bursting out to the viewer and possesses a great 3-D effect.
Born in the Electorate of Cologne, Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) displayed an immense musical aptitude from a young age, and studied under Joseph Haydn upon moving to Vienna. A crucial figure between the Classical and Romantic periods, he had a colossal output of material before being robbed of his hearing ability later in life.
Estimate: $60 - $100