German States, Kingdom of Prussia (Königsberg) Silver First Prize Medal 1894 - Grand General Horticultural Exhibition in Königsberg

20.85g. 40mm. UNC/UNC. Prooflike. 

Medalier: unknown. 

Very rare. 

Obv.: Three crowned shields arranged beneath a larger crown, representing the united arms of Königsberg: Altstadt (crown and stars), Kneiphof (crown above a hunting horns and arm), and Löbenicht (crown above a cross). 

Rev.: Laurel and oak wreath tied at base; central inscription within. 

Inscription around: 

GROSSE ALLGEMEINE GARTENBAU-AUSSTELLUNG KÖNIGSBERG I/PR. / SEPTBR. 1894. 

(Grand General Horticultural Exhibition, Königsberg in Prussia, First prize / September 1894). 

Inscription in field: 

FÜR 

VORZÜGLICHE 

LEISTUNG 

(For outstanding achievement). 

This medal was awarded at the Grand General Horticultural Exhibition held in Königsberg (present-day Kaliningrad, Russia) in September 1894. Such exhibitions were important showcases of agricultural progress, horticultural innovation, and regional economic development within the German Empire. Award medals like this were presented to participants for outstanding achievements, reflecting the growing prestige of organized exhibitions in late 19th-century Europe and their role in promoting scientific and industrial advancement. 

Königsberg was a major city of East Prussia and one of the key cultural and economic centers of the German Empire in the 19th century. Founded in the 13th century by the Teutonic Order, it developed into an important trading and port city on the Baltic Sea, linking Central Europe with eastern trade routes. 

Historically, Königsberg consisted of three independent towns-Altstadt, Löbenicht, and Kneiphof-which were later united, a structure reflected in its combined coat of arms. By the late 19th century, the city was known for its commerce, education, and exhibitions promoting industry and agriculture. Today, Königsberg is Kaliningrad, part of Russia.