FRANCE. Strasbourg. Strasbourg Cathedral Bronze Medal, 1861. Geerts (Ixelles) Mint. ALMOST UNCIRCULATED. Ross-M237 (R2); Van Hoydonck-185; Reinecke-45; Bouhy-32. By J. Wiener. Diameter: 59mm. Obverse: Perspective view of the cathedral from the northwest, highlighting the cathedrals single tower. Reverse: Perspective view of the interior, looking westward down the nave toward the cathedral entrance and rose window. This specimen exhibits just a hint of cabinet friction on the obverse high points with largely matte-like surfaces. A somewhat scarce variety from Wieners Most remarkable Edifices of Europe series.
