בידספיריט | Austria: Joseph [von] Wertheimer commemoration

Austria: Joseph [von] Wertheimer commemoration medal in silver by Carl Radnitzky , 1867; 44.5mm, 34.85g; thickness: 2.75mm. Obv. leg.: ”Dem Scheidenden Vorstandpraeses” [The Outgoing Board President] + 2-line subtitle: ”Die Beamten der Israel Cultusgemeinde in Wien 1867” [The Officials of the Israelite Religious Community of Vienna, 1867], surrounding Heb. Proverbs quot. ”A Faithful Man Shall Abound with Blessings” (dots over letters indicate word is laden w/blessing); the word ”Man” is misspelled. Rev.: left facing Wertheimer w/name + ”C. Radnitzky” below. Wertheimer (1800- 1887) was Austrian philanthropist & author; est. Kindergarten system in Austria & helped Jews acquire trade skills/vocations; trustee & President of Vienna Jewish Community; received nobility from Emporor in recognition of his work; Forrer vol. V, p.15. A thinner bronze example sold at auction (2014) for €2500.