Belgium, Leopold I of Belgium (1831-1865). Medal 1850 commemorating the death of Louise-Marie d'Orléans (1832-1850), Princess of France, Queen of the Belgians as second wife of King Leopold I of Belgium, Bronze 50 mm, weight 53,60 g., Condition aUNC, beautiful brown patina and mint gloss
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 illness for some time, and her health had been declining, especially after a memorial service in August 1850 where she was seen needing support while walking. She moved to Ostend by the sea for the fresh air, but ultimately succumbed to the disease.
She was only 38 years old. Famous 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 had not, unfortunately, been a particularly faithful husband, King Leopold I sincerely mourned his consort and paid her this touching tribute: "Her death was saintly, like her life."
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Belgium, Leopold I of Belgium (1831-1865). Medal 1850 commemorating the death of Louise-Marie d'Orléans (1832-1850), Princess of France, Queen of the Belgians as second wife of King Leopold I of Belgium, Bronze 50 mm, weight 53,60 g., Condition aUNC, beautiful brown patina and mint gloss