Military Merit Medal in Silver

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SKU: 02.BAM.0101.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$2,000 USD

  • Military Merit Medal in Silver Obverse
  • Military Merit Medal in Silver Reverse

Estimated market value:

$2,000 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Rev: LOHN DER TAPFER=KEIT.
  • Size
    36mm
  • Image Licensing
    The image of the Military Merit Medal in Silver is attributed to Andreas Thies, Catalog 47, December 17, 2011. Please see the following page for more information: https://www.andreas-thies.de/onTEAM/grafik/A47_033_064.pdf

Physical Description and Item Details


A circular medal constructed of silver. The obverse bears a coat of arms topped with a crown with flagstaffs. The reverse bears the inscription "LOHN DER TAPFER=KEIT" (reward of bravery), encompassed by a wreath of laurel. On a loop for suspension, with a red ribbon. Weighing 15 grams.

History


The Military Merit Medal was founded by Christoph Franz von Buseck, the Prince Bishop of Bamberg, on January 7, 1797. The medal was conferred in recognition of meritorious military service.

The Gold Medal was awarded to Officers.

The Silver Medal was intended for Non-Commissioned Officers and soldiers of the Bamberg contingent.

This medal is extremely rare.

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