Denmark Medal 1976 The Ugly Duckling. Issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of Denmark's world famous storyteller Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875). A classical; facing portrait of Andersen appears on the obverse of the medal. Its reverse design depicts a scene from his fairy tale The Ugly Duckling. Designed by the Danish medallist and sculptor Harald Saloman (1900-1990). Edge Description: Anders Nyborg. Silver 925/1000. INT. 76-06-01 NO. 563/2000. Silver. Weight approx: 84.83g. Diameter: 49 mm