Lot 1081:
Imperial German Franco-Prussian War Commemorative Medal 1870-1871
Sold for: $55
Description
An Imperial German Franco-Prussian War Commemorative Medal from 1870-1871. This circular medal, likely bronze or brass, features a brass-colored suspension loop and a darker, possibly iron or heavily patinated suspension ring. The obverse displays a central cross pattée with radiating lines, within which a laurel wreath encircles the dates “1870” and “1871”. The reverse bears a crown surmounting a stylized “W”, flanked by the German inscription “Gott mit uns Ihm sei die Ehre” (God with us, to Him be the honor) and “Dem siegreichen Heere” (To the victorious army) below the initial, with a small star at the bottom.
Condition report:
The medal exhibits noticeable surface wear, scratching, and significant dark patination, particularly on its reverse side.
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