BELGIUM. Brussels. Collegiate Church of Sts. Michael & Gudula Bronze Medal, ND (ca. 1845). Geerts (Ixelles) Mint. UNCIRCULATED. Ross-M16; Van Hoydonck-15; Reinecke-6; Bouhy-46. By J. Wiener. Diameter: 50mm. Obverse: Perspective view of the church exterior from the northwest, with perimeter and exergue legends. Reverse: Perspective view of the interior from an eyepoint in the center of the center aisle. This specimen exhibits original surfaces with some cabinet toning. This medal variety represents Wieners first attempt at engraving an architectural interior and thus represents the genesis of his career and fame as an architectural medalist.
