King Christian X's Commemoration of the Liberation Medal in Silver

SKU: 02.DKN.0107.101.01

Estimated market value:

$ Click to See Price/Value

  • Silver Medal (stamped "H. SALOMAN") Obverse
  • Silver Medal (stamped "H. SALOMAN") Obverse
  • Silver Medal (stamped "H. SALOMAN") Reverse
  • Silver Medal (stamped "H. SALOMAN") Reverse
  • Miniature Silver Medal (stamped "H. SALOMAN") Obverse
  • Miniature Silver Medal (stamped "H. SALOMAN") Obverse
  • Miniature Silver Medal (stamped "H. SALOMAN") Reverse
  • Miniature Silver Medal (stamped "H. SALOMAN") Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Denmark
  • date of institution
    March 9, 1946
  • makers
    the Royal Mint, Copenhagen
  • remarks
    Silver Medal stamped "H. SALOMAN"

History


Established by King Christian X, in commemoration of the day that Denmark was liberated from the German Military Power, on May 5, 1945, this medal was awarded to recognize Danish civilians and foreigners who rendered outstanding services to Denmark during the German Occupation of Denmark. Particularly, to individuals who provided assistance in actions, or with advice in the fight for freedom by taking care of the Danish, especially, when supplies were exhausted.

Both men and women were eligible to receive this medal. When awarded to a woman, the medal was awarded on a bow.

This medal may also be recognized as "The Pro Dania Medal", and "The Medal of Liberty".

FOR SALE / WANTED

Item For Sale By

Be the first to sell this item

Wanted By

Be the first to request this item

Versions

  • Price

    $150+ USD

  • Composition

    Silver

  • Inscription

    Obv: CHRISTIANUS X REX DANIAE Rev: PRO DANIA 1940-45

  • Size

    31x44.5mm

  • Maker

    the Royal Mint, Copenhagen

  • Version Remarks

  • View Item

Miniatures

  • Price

    N/A

  • Size

    16mm

  • Composition

  • Remarks

    This miniature is composed of Silver.

Comments

Sign in to comment and reply.

Scroll Top