Ref: 6588
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Germany,
Prussia, Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm (Friedrich III), visit to San Remo
(Italy) 1888, bronze medal by LC Lauer and Schwabe
Obv: bust of the Crown Prince right
Rev: Hope sits astride plinth on seashore holding anchor, SAN REMO 1888
within laurelled shield below
Condition: Good very fine, surfaces a little dirty; Diameter: 65mm
Notes: Frederick III (1831-1888) married Princess Victoria, daughter of
British Queen Victoria. He learnt of his accession to the German throne while
convalescing in San Remo, but due to serious illness he ruled for only 99
days before dying.
Price £95
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