Lot 6737
Kaiser Wilhelm II – a gold chain commemorating the founding of the University of Frankfurt, dated 18 October 1914
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
14 carat gold (tested), one chain link stamped “585”/imperial crown. A coat of arms on the back engraved (tr.) “Designed and executed by Prof. Kraus - Jos.Wilm the Younger, Berlin / war year 1914”. Distinguished chain of honour with circular links, three eagle shields and one circular pendant in the shape of a 69 mm gold medal below the imperial crown, featuring a half-length relief profile portrait of Kaiser Wilhelm II in the parade uniform of the Garde du Corps regiment. The inscription around the edge reads “WILHELM II. KAISER VND KOENIG” and “DER VNIVERSITÄT ZU FRANKFURT A.M. VERLIEHEN AM 18. OKTOBER 1914” on the back. Signs of age and handling. Total weight 218 g. The founding ceremony for the opening of the University of Frankfurt was scheduled for 18 October 1914. Kaiser Wilhelm II had personally chosen the date for the ceremony. However, he was unable to attend due to the outbreak of war. The opening therefore took place several days later with just a few attendees. Unparalleled, magnificent imperial gift, wrought with exquisite workmanship and of enormous historical significance.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
