Germany Weimar Johannes Kepler Goetz Kienast-454 SP 63 PCGS silver medal 1930

This remarkable 1930 silver medal from the Weimar Republic honors Johannes Kepler, one of the greatest astronomers and mathematicians of the Scientific Revolution. Created by the renowned medalist Karl Goetz, the piece commemorates Kepler’s extraordinary contributions to astronomy, planetary motion, and celestial mechanics. Kepler’s discoveries transformed humanity’s understanding of the universe and laid the foundations for modern astrophysics. Combining historical importance with elegant Art Deco styling, this medal is an outstanding tribute to scientific achievement and German medallic art of the early 20th century.

The obverse presents a finely sculpted portrait of Johannes Kepler facing left, featuring detailed facial contours, flowing hair, a trimmed beard, and an elaborate Renaissance collar decorated with lace-like ornamentation. The portrait is surrounded by clean raised borders and balanced lettering that emphasize the dignity and intellectual authority of the famous astronomer. The reverse displays an intricate celestial composition with zodiac symbols arranged around the outer rim, radiant stars, clouds, and a stylized globe or heavenly sphere emerging from the horizon. Above the cosmic imagery appears a large rectangular panel containing Latin text, while an astronomical instrument resembling a compass or measuring device stretches across the sky, reinforcing the scientific theme of the medal.

Struck in silver with beautiful matte surfaces and sharp artistic relief, this example is certified SP 63 by PCGS. Medals dedicated to major scientific figures remain highly collectible, especially works engraved by Karl Goetz. A superb addition for collectors interested in astronomy, mathematics, science history, zodiac symbolism, and classic German exonumia.

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