Harald Salomon

Harald Salomon was a Norwegian-Danish sculptor and medallist. He was chief medallist at the Royal [Mint (Denmark)|Royal Danish Mint] from 1933 to 1968.

Early life and education

Salomon was educated as a sculptor at the Royal [Danish Academy of Fine Arts] under Einar Utzon-Frank in 1922-27.

Career

In 1933-68, Salomon served as Chief Medallist at the Royal Danish Mint. He created the last Danish coins issued during the reign of Christian X and all Danish coins Frederik [IX of Denmark|Frederik IX]. He designed a total of 222 Danish coins and medals.