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Belgium, Leopold I (1831-1865). Medal 1850, commemorating the death of Queen Louise Marie

Belgium, Leopold I (1831-1865). Medal 1850, commemorating the death of Queen Louise Marie (Louise-Marie d`Orléans)

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KOD: 4811017RMA

Belgium, Leopold I (1831-1865). Medal 1850, commemorating the death of Queen Louise Marie (Louise-Marie d`Orléans), by Veyrat, Bronze 31 mm, weight 17,0 g., Condition aUNC, beautiful brown patina with shine

KOD: 4811017RMA

Louise-Marie d`Orléans (1832-1850), Queen of the Belgians, died of tuberculosis on October 11, 1850, in Ostend, Belgium. She had been suffering from the disease for some time, and her health had been deteriorating, especially after a memorial service in August 1850, during which she was seen to need support in walking. She moved to Ostend by the sea because of the fresh air, but eventually succumbed to her illness. 
She was only 38 years old. Known for her piety, tenderness, generosity and charity, she was deeply mourned by her family and people. Although he did not share her Catholic faith and was unfortunately not a particularly faithful husband, King Leopold I sincerely mourned his spouse and paid her a touching tribute: “Her death was sacred, as was her life.”

KOD
4811017RMA

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