Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) – Romania Commemorative Medallion

Category: Travel Souvenir / Historical Landmark Medallion Obverse (Front): • Central design: Highly detailed raised relief of Bran Castle (medieval fortress in Transylvania, Romania), perched on a rocky hill with towers, battlements, and surrounding forest/trees. • Arched text: “Castelul Bran” at top, “Romania” at bottom. • Small flag: Romanian tricolor (blue/yellow/red) in lower left. • Finish: Antique bronze/copper tone with deep sculpting for a vintage, historic feel. Reverse (Back): • Central design: Detailed portrait of Vlad the Impaler (Vlad III Dracula), wearing traditional hat with gems, long mustache and hair, intense expression. • Dates: “1431” (birth) and “1476” (death) flanking the figure. • Text: “Vlad Tepes” (Vlad the Impaler) below portrait. • Finish: Antique bronze/copper with high-relief portrait and raised text. Material & Specs: • Metal: Bronze or copper alloy (antique patina). • Shape: Round medallion (approx. 1.75–2” diameter). • Finish: High-relief antique bronze/copper tone with intricate detailing and no color enamel (natural metallic look). Story (Short Version): This dual-sided medallion commemorates Bran Castle, the iconic Transylvanian fortress often associated with the Dracula legend, and Vlad the Impaler (Vlad III Dracula), the 15th-century Wallachian prince whose brutal reputation inspired Bram Stoker’s famous novel. One side features the dramatic castle silhouette with Romanian flag; the other honors Vlad Tepes (1431–1476). A classic travel keepsake from Romania, capturing the country’s rich medieval history and folklore.