Bravery Medal, in Silver

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SKU: 02.TRI.0101.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$1,000 USD

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Estimated market value:

$1,000 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: CWE Rev: VERTHEIDIGER DES VATERLANDES
  • Size
    40mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A smooth circular medal with a raised edge, constructed of gold. The obverse features the crowned and intertwined monogram ‘CWE’, with a laurel branch on each side, tied at the bottom by a ribbon. The edge of the medal is in the form of a very narrow, stylized laurel wreath. The reverse features the inscription ‘VERTHEIDIGER DES VATERLANDES’ (‘defender of the fatherland’). On a loop for suspension, on a light blue ribbon with yellow borders.

History


The Bravery Medal was established in 1796 by Prince-Elector Clemens Wenzeslaus of Saxony.

The Silver Medal was conferred upon enlisted ranks who held the rank of Sergeant and below.

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