An Intriguing Medal
Normally, we can work out what most medals and medallions were issued for, they are often self explanatory. This one leaves us slightly puzzled. Let's start with what we do know:-

Obverse
Maria Theresia, as on a 1780 Maria Theresia Thaler, the legend reads, from the top:
M. THERESIA D.G.R. IMP. HU. BO .REG
Probably made by Huguenin Freres of Le Locle Switzerland.

Reverse
A three-tongued flame atop the inscription:
CENTRE
EUROPEEN DE
LA CULTURE
GENEVE
MCMLVIII
GR. 29.03 OR FIN

What We Don't Know

Summary
There is probably more we do not know about this medal than we do know, but it remains an interesting historical piece.
There are a few light scratches on the obverse, together with a few greasy fingerprints, otherwise it is about uncirculated condition, and prooflike.

Specifications

Description	Diameter	Weight	Alloy	AGW
1953 Geneva European Centre of Culture - Maria Theresia	39.5	32.15	.9000	0.9303

Notes on Table
Diameter = Diameter in millimetres.
Weight = Weight in grams.
Alloy = Fineness of gold (estimated).
AGW = Actual weight of fine gold content in troy ounces (our estimate).

Prices & Availability
All prices subject to fluctuation. Please check current pricing and availability before ordering.

Date	Description	Grade	Availability	Price £	Price $
1953	Geneva European Centre of Culture - Charles V Holy Roman Emperor	EF - AU	Yes	£1,225	$1,965

Order Form

Postage & Packing
UK Registered Post (Special Delivery) £9 per order
EU Insured Post £10 per order
USA Airmail $10,
Insured Shipping $20
Canada Airmail $15,
Insured Shipping $30

Medals & Medallions Wanted
We make an active market in almost all world coins, medals, medallions, gold or otherwise. If you have any of these to sell, please contact us, or post them to us for appraisal and offer.