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German Medal 1916- Gold for Iron
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German Medal 1916
Obverse
A kneeling to the right woman holds in her right hand and a jewelry box in her outstretched left hand, a chain with a pendant.
Lettering: IN EISERNER ZEIT
1916
Reverse
Oak leaves under five-line inscription.
Lettering: GOLD GAB ICH ZUR WEHR EISEN NAHM ICH ZUR EHR
“Gold for Iron” was the call during the 1st War; an exchange of gold for iron. Wedding rings, brooches, rings and jewelry (some of the symbolism of the Iron Cross were Echoing) issued to the citizens willing to donate.
Even though the action was voluntary, a considerable social pressure was been generated to participate.
The Social Control of involvement was simple: Those who wore the iron jewelry had proved to be a patriot, who showed a continued gold, lost its reputation.
Not only individuals but also institutions were invited to exchange gold for iron. This included the ability of clubs, churches and government agencies.
From 1916 a medal was presented as a reward for the supply of jewelry or an exchange of gold for paper money (which is quickly losing its value) from the Reichsbank to the population.
The medals were issued in numerous versions and very large numbers. They are made of blackened iron, have a weight of 15.4g - 20.4g and have a diameter of 39-41mm.
This medal was designed by Hermann Hosaeus.
German Medal 1916- Gold for Iron
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German Medal 1916
Obverse
A kneeling to the right woman holds in her right hand and a jewelry box in her outstretched left hand, a chain with a pendant.
Lettering: IN EISERNER ZEIT
1916
Reverse
Oak leaves under five-line inscription.
Lettering: GOLD GAB ICH ZUR WEHR EISEN NAHM ICH ZUR EHR
“Gold for Iron” was the call during the 1st War; an exchange of gold for iron. Wedding rings, brooches, rings and jewelry (some of the symbolism of the Iron Cross were Echoing) issued to the citizens willing to donate.
Even though the action was voluntary, a considerable social pressure was been generated to participate.
The Social Control of involvement was simple: Those who wore the iron jewelry had proved to be a patriot, who showed a continued gold, lost its reputation.
Not only individuals but also institutions were invited to exchange gold for iron. This included the ability of clubs, churches and government agencies.
From 1916 a medal was presented as a reward for the supply of jewelry or an exchange of gold for paper money (which is quickly losing its value) from the Reichsbank to the population.
The medals were issued in numerous versions and very large numbers. They are made of blackened iron, have a weight of 15.4g - 20.4g and have a diameter of 39-41mm.
This medal was designed by Hermann Hosaeus.