Germany Third Reich Aventinus Kienast-492 Goetz SP 64 PCGS silver medal 1934

Germany 1934 Johannes Aventinus commemorative silver medal, certified SP64 by PCGS, is a beautifully crafted historical piece dedicated to the renowned Bavarian historian and scholar Johannes Aventinus. Issued in 1934, the medal honors the 400th anniversary of his death and reflects the artistic style of early 20th-century German medallic art. The obverse presents an expressive portrait of Johannes Aventinus facing forward, wearing a broad scholar’s cap and detailed robe with deeply engraved folds. His textured beard, sharp facial features, and calm expression are surrounded by the inscription “JO ANNES AVENTINUS,” divided across both sides of the bust. The medal displays attractive silver toning with subtle golden, blue, and green iridescent hues that enhance the relief.

The reverse features an owl standing above a heraldic shield decorated with Bavarian lozenges and heraldic lions. Around the border appears the inscription “GESCHICHTS SCHREIBER BAY,” together with the commemorative dates “1534” and “1934.” Additional details include crossed writing instruments, decorative elements, and the engraver’s signature “K. GOETZ” near the lower edge. The owl symbolizes wisdom and scholarship, emphasizing Aventinus’ contribution to historical writing and Bavarian cultural heritage. Johannes Aventinus is regarded as one of the founders of Bavarian historiography, known for documenting the history, traditions, and identity of the region during the Renaissance period.

Certified by PCGS as SP64, this medal combines historical significance, artistic engraving, and excellent preservation. Its rich symbolism, detailed portraiture, heraldic imagery, and connection to German historical scholarship make it an outstanding addition to collections of European medals, historical commemoratives, and silver exonumia.

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