Charming PROOF exemplar with beautiful toning. Struck by order of the Grateful Estonian Knighthood at the St. Petersburg Mint. Medalier: Karl Leberecht. H.-Cz. 6616 R2; Tiiu Leimus 28. Extremely rare.
Obv.: Portrait of Paul Friedrich August of Oldenburg with circular inscription:
AUG. ER BRPRINZ V. HOLST. OLDENB: GEN: GOUV. ESTHLANDS. (August Ernst, Hereditary Prince of Holstein-Oldenburg, Governor-General of Estonia.);
Under portrait: C. LEBERECHT EQ. FEC. (Karl Leberecht, knight, engraved);
Rev.: Personification of Estonia standing facing, head left, resting left hand on shield and holding wreath over altar with right with circular inscription:
DEM UNVERGESSLICHEN MENSCHENFREUNDE GEWIDMET (Dedicated to the unforgettable friend of humanity);
In line: C. LEBERECHT CONS. STAT. & ORD. St. ANN. EQ. F (K. Leberecht, Knight of the Order of St. Anne, 2nd Class, and State Councillor, engraved);
Under line: VON DER DANKB : ESTHLAEND . / RITTERSCHAFT . / D : 7 IAN . 1816 . (By the Grateful Estonian Knighthood, January 7, 1816.).
Augustus, Grand Duke of Oldenburg (1783–1853), was a German nobleman and ruler of the Grand Duchy of Oldenburg. Born on July 13, 1783, in Rastede, he was the eldest son of Peter I, Grand Duke of Oldenburg, and Duchess Frederica of Württemberg. Augustus is remembered for his leadership during a tumultuous period in European history, marked by the Napoleonic Wars and the Congress of Vienna.
Between 1811 and 1816, Augustus, Grand Duke of Oldenburg, served as the Governor-General of Estonia while still the Hereditary Duke of Oldenburg. This period marked a significant chapter in his career, reflecting his administrative and reformist skills.
As Governor-General of Estonia, Augustus focused on balancing the needs of the Baltic German nobility and the Estonian peasantry. He introduced measures aimed at improving local governance and supporting education and public welfare. Augustus is particularly remembered for his efforts to mediate tensions between landowners and peasants, a key issue in Estonia during this era.
Although his tenure lasted only five years, Augustus left a lasting impression on the region through his progressive policies and dedication to fair administration. His leadership during this period demonstrated his ability to navigate the complexities of governing a culturally and socially diverse province of the Russian Empire.
In 1816, Augustus returned to Oldenburg, where he succeeded his father as Grand Duke in 1829. However, his years in Estonia contributed to his reputation as a humanitarian leader concerned with the well-being of all his subjects.
After the death of his father in 1829, Augustus succeeded as Grand Duke. His reign was characterized by a commitment to social and economic reforms, as well as efforts to modernize Oldenburg’s infrastructure. Augustus played a significant role in supporting education and cultural institutions within his duchy.
Internationally, he maintained a policy of neutrality, ensuring Oldenburg's stability amidst the shifting dynamics of 19th-century Europe. Augustus was also noted for his humanitarian efforts, earning him a reputation as a benevolent and forward-thinking ruler.
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