Ingenuity, entrepreneurial spirit and a special kind of work ethic – a unique combination that makes the state of Baden-Wuerttemberg one of Europe’s most successful regions economically. No other German state hosts so many market leaders and pools such a high level of technical expertise as the state lovingly referred to as ‘dear little Swabia’. The home of tinkerers and inventors brought us not only the automobile, the bicycle and the chainsaw, but also many other pioneering examples of ingenuity to which this fine silver medal, with a translucent blue polymer ring and manufactured to the highest mint quality, is dedicated.

Baden-Wuerttemberg is known for its remarkable capacity for business and innovation. Yet above all its charm can be attributed to its carefully nurtured customs, traditions and idiosyncrasies. We are known for stressing the importance of being thrifty, hard-working and well organised. But sipping a glass of wine within the comfort of our own four walls soon has us letting our hair down and forgetting all about the upcoming ‘Kehrwoche’. This fine silver medal with translucent polymer ring, manufactured to the highest mint quality, is dedicated to the multi-faceted way of life in Baden-Wuerttemberg that makes our region and its inhabitants so endearing.