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PCGS SP64 1914 Germany Wilhelm Crown Prince Silver Medal Zetzmann 4019 WWI

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PCGS SP64 1914 Germany Wilhelm Crown Prince Silver Medal Zetzmann 4019 WWI
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GERMANY. Empire. Crown Prince Wilhelm Victory Silver Medal, 1914. Berlin (Grünthal) Mint. PCGS SPECIMEN-64.

Zetzmann-4019. By R. Küchler. Diameter: 34.2mm. Obverse: Bust of crown prince left, wearing the Death's Head Hussars uniform; perimeter legend to left and right; Reverse: Helmeted, nude warrior advancing right with shield and sword; perimeter legend to left and right, date under shield, signature at warrior's feet; Edge: Indeterminant. This medal offers glossy fields and satiny devices, all draped in deep argent toning, with cerulean, carmine, and gold highlights. Attractive.
 
Provenance: From the Tim Gabriele Collection.
 

An exceptional historical medal from the German Empire, issued in 1914 and featuring Crown Prince Wilhelm of Prussia, the eldest son of Kaiser Wilhelm II.

This collectible medal commemorates Germany's military mobilization during the opening weeks of World War I.

Medal Details

  • Country: German Empire (Prussia)

  • Year: 1914

  • Denomination: Commemorative Medal

  • Subject: Crown Prince Wilhelm

  • Composition: Silver (Ag), as designated by PCGS

  • Catalog Reference: Zetzmann 4019

  • PCGS Grade: SP64 (Specimen)

  • PCGS Certification Number: 47503837

  • PCGS Coin Number: 899305

  • Holder: PCGS Gold Shield Certified

Obverse Design

Features a detailed left-facing portrait of Crown Prince Wilhelm wearing a military uniform and fur headgear.

The surrounding German inscription reads KRONPRINZ WILHELM (Crown Prince Wilhelm).

Reverse Design

Features a classical warrior holding a sword and shield, symbolizing military strength and the defense of Germany.

The inscriptions include:

  • DURCH KAMPF ZUM SIEG — "Through Struggle to Victory"

  • 22.8.1914 — August 22, 1914

The reverse commemorates the early military campaigns of World War I.

Historical Significance

Crown Prince Wilhelm (1882–1951) was the heir to the German imperial throne and a military commander during World War I.

This medal reflects the patriotic and military imagery of Imperial Germany at the beginning of the Great War.

It is a desirable historical collectible for enthusiasts of German Imperial medals, World War I memorabilia, European military history, and professionally graded exonumia.

 

The catalog confirms this is the 1914 Battle of Longwy medal, designed by Rudolf Küchler and struck by Grünthal in Berlin.

 

Condition and Certification

Certified PCGS SP64, indicating a high-grade specimen with strong original detail.

The medal exhibits attractive multicolored toning with bronze, gold, and subtle violet hues.

Professionally authenticated, graded, and encapsulated by PCGS.

The photographs show the actual certified medal you will receive.

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