World War Medals

Original WWI Imperial German Iron Coin Precious Metals War Collection Gold. Nice original Bavarian Medal. The “Jubiläumsmedaille für die Armee 1905″ was instituted on March 12th, 1905, due to the 70 year military anniversary of Prince Regent Leopold. The decoration was awarded to all officers, medical officers, Petty Officers and Ensigns in active service. The awarding was enlarged to lower ranks and civil personnel on June 20th, 1905. Still living recipients of the gold and silver “Militärverdienst-Medaille” were also awarded the medal. A total of 22.033 medals were produced by the “Münchener Hauptmünze”. The oval and bronze medal has image on the front and writing on the reverse. The front shows a left facing image of the Prince Regent with a small oak leave cluster below. Along the edge the text “LUITPOLD – PRINZ – REGENT – VON – BAYERN” can be found. ARMEE – GEWIDMET – XII. The ribbon is red with left and right a 3mm wide green edge. As Photographed with wear as seen. A Nice Candidate for any Period Collection, Impression, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!