Prince Ernst August of Cumberland and Princess Viktoria Luise of Prussia - 1913

[Marengo]

24 May 1913 Prince Ernst August of Cumberland, future Duke of Brunswick-Luneburg, married princess Viktoria Luise of Prussia, daughter of Emperor Wilhelm II. The couple married in Berlin:



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[Marengo]

The couple:



And the famous portrait of Tsar Nicholas II and King George V was also made on thos occassion:



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[curious request]

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While i was in Eastern Europe i came upon this beautiful medallion to cemmemorate their wedding i will take a photo of the front later this is the reverse, of the very historical item, would love to know how many of these were struck, any information would be, really appreciated.

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Will try put a frontal of this commemoration medal shortly

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A really nice piece of this historical event

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I would be delighted to hear if anyone has one of these or can provide any information on the makers etc, please pm me.

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Originally Posted by curious request

A really nice piece of this historical event

My email is colmbyrne1@yahoo.com if anyone can help with this highly appreciated

[Illustrious]

I am green with envy over all the lovely gowns the ladies are wearing in the first image. Wow!

I am ALL about the historical fashions. <3

[curious request]

Originally Posted by Elena Iuliana

A really interesting piece of history you have got here! Congratulations!

Thank you, yes it is a really nice piece, in very good condition, would love to know more about it's history, how many were made etc, and by whom? someone must have held this particular medallion very dear, enough for to wear it.

[CyrilVladisla]

The wedding celebrations of Princess Viktoria Luise and Prince Ernst August ended with the Fackeltanz. The Fackeltanz was a torch dance. This dance was only performed at German royal weddings. No one below the rank of Royal Highness was allowed to take part.

[CyrilVladisla]

Prince Ernest August and his fiancee
http://www.gettyimages.com/license/541072421

Ernest August the Groom
http://www.gettyimages.com/license/541077747