.793 ozt Sanctus Venceslaus Horseback Silver Medal

This is a Czechoslovakian silver commemorative medal from 1968, featuring St. Wenceslas on horseback.

The medal is part of a "Truth Wins" commemorative issue, with a composition of .999 silver and a weight of 24.95 grams.

The design commemorates the Prague Spring of 1968, often associated with figures like Alexander Dubček and Ludvík Svoboda. 

The Latin phrasing "SANCTUS VENCESLAUS" arches around the top half, translating to Saint Wenceslaus.

The image features the famous Saint Wenceslaus equestrian statue standing in front of stylized silhouettes of Prague's landmarks, including the Prague Castle and Charles Bridge.

The opposite side of this medal displays the conjoined profile portraits of the reformist leaders Alexander Dubček and Ludvík Svoboda, along with the state motto "Pravda Vítězí" (Truth Wins).

Content: .793 oz. troy fine silver

Mint: State Mint Kremnica Czechoslovakia

Weight: 25.02 g

Diameter approx.: 39.5 mm

Purity: 98.6%

Mintage: Limited to an estimated 5,000 pieces worldwide.

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