Military Merit Medal, in Silver

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SKU: 02.SXS.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: FÜR GOTT UND VATERLAND 1814 Rev: DER TAPFERKEIT UND DEM VERDIENSTE
  • Size
    36mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A smooth circular medal with a raised edge, constructed of silver. The obverse features a crowned Saxon coat of arms with three tips and the circular inscription ‘FÜR GOTT UND VATERLAND 1814’ (‘for God and fatherland’). The reverse features two laurel branches forming a closed wreath, with the inscription ‘DER TAPFERKEIT UND DEM VERDIENSTE’ (‘for bravery and merit’) in the centre. On a loop for suspension, on a dark red ribbon with broad green borders. 29 grams.

History


The Military Merit Medal was jointly founded by Duke Bernhard Erich Freund of Saxen-Meiningen, Duke Ernst I of Saxe-Coburg and Saalfeld, and Duke Friedrich of Saxen-Hildburghausen.

It was awarded to recognise bravery and merit in the field during the war against Napoleon.

Before the medal could be officially awarded, a board reviewed the level of bravery, heroism, and self-sacrifice displayed by the possible recipients throughout their military service.

The Silver Medal was awarded to Sergeants and ranks below.

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