German Kaiser Wilhelm I Centennial Medal – 1897 Commemorative Replica

This high-quality reproduction medal was issued to commemorate the 100th birthday of German Emperor and King of Prussia Wilhelm I (1797–1888). The original medals were struck in 1897 and awarded widely throughout the German Empire (Deutsches Kaiserreich) to honor the first Kaiser of unified Germany.

Material: Gilt finish metal

Diameter: 40 mm (1.57 in)

Weight: 37 g (1.3 oz)

Obverse: Profile of Kaiser Wilhelm I with the inscription
“WILHELM DER GROSSE DEUTSCHER KAISER KOENIG VON PREUSSEN”
(Wilhelm the Great, German Emperor, King of Prussia)

Reverse: Commemorative text
“ZUM ANDENKEN AN DEN HUNDERSTEN GEBURTSTAG DES GROSSEN KAISERS WILHELM I 1797–22 MAERZ–1897”
(In commemoration of the 100th birthday of the great Kaiser Wilhelm I, 1797–22 March–1897)
Surrounded by oak leaves and imperial crown motif.

Ribbon: Bright orange with pin-back fitting

Condition: New, high-quality replica for collectors

📌 Perfect for collectors of German Empire (Deutsches Kaiserreich) militaria, historical medals, or Prussian (Preußen) memorabilia.