Military Merit Medal, Type II, in Gold

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  • Military Merit Medal, Type II, in Gold Obverse
  • Military Merit Medal, Type II, in Gold Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Germany
  • date of institution
    June 14, 1793
  • remarks
    The "L" stamp is for Daniel Friedrich Loos.

History


The Military Merit Medal was established by King Friedrich Wilhelm II. It was conferred upon non-commissioned officers and soldiers who had rendered distinguished service within campaigns.

The foundation of the medal was closely tied to the French Revolution and the war against Napoleon, as in both events the role of the common soldier became more important.

The medal could be stripped from a recipient for cowardice, desertion, or theft.

The Gold Medal was awarded to non-commissioned officers.

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  • Price

    $4,300 USD

  • Composition

    Gold

  • Inscription

    Obv: FWR III Rev: VERDIENST UM DEN STAAT

  • Size

    30mm

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