Believe it or not, last year the EU received its own decoration. Yes, you read that right: after the common currency, common directives, common funds, common crises, and the common feeling that no one quite knows what was actually decided in Brussels, the European Union has now also received its own order. Officially it is […]
Phaleristic tragicomedy of the European Order of Merit Read more »
In phaleristics, an auxiliary historical science that deals with the study of decorations, medals, orders, commemorative plaques, military insignia, and related items, the term miniature has a very clear meaning. Miniatures are scaled-down versions of decorations, made to look like the original, full-sized decoration, but in a smaller format. They are not a replacement in the sense of a regular
The Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History in Brussels (Musée royal de l’Armée et d’Histoire militaire / Koninklijk Museum van het Leger en de Krijgsgeschiedenis) is one of the most important military-historical museums in Belgium. It is located in the Parc du Cinquantenaire / Jubelpark complex, at Cinquantenaire
At the Archaeological Museum of Istria in Pula, the 9th International Numismatic Congress in Croatia was held on November 14 and 15, bringing together experts from various fields related to numismatics this year; archaeologists; museum professionals; historians; and numismatic enthusiasts. During this two-day congress
INCC9 – The 9th International Numismatic Congress in Croatia held in Pula Read more »
In today's video, we present a selection of pieces from the collection of Croatian and Croatia-related medals. These are mostly medals from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which represent true small masterpieces of miniature sculpture. Among these medals, the works of our
Exhibition of selected items from the collection of Croatian and Croatia-related medals Read more »
Olympic medals are a symbol of top sporting achievement and honor. Every Games brings unique medals that reflect the culture and spirit of the host. Since 1896, when the first modern Olympic Games were held, the design of the medals has gone through numerous transformations, reflecting changes in art, politics, and technology. Traditionally, gold,
Silver medal from the 16th Olympic Games – Melbourne, 1956. Read more »
Nikola Vudrag is one of the most prominent Croatian sculptors and medallists of the younger generation. He is a highly talented and globally recognized artist who has dedicated a part of his work and skill to what is most important to us numismatists—coins and medals. In medallic art as
The 1809 medal of the Zadar Lyceum represents not only a medal but also a historical document of the era in which it was created. Crafted during the Napoleonic rule in Dalmatia, this medal bears witness to the connection between culture, education, and the political system that governed Dalmatia at that time. The medal is
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