RARE Collection of 16 USSR Medals / Awards with Certificates. These were awarded mostly when L. Kuchma was the president (of Ukraine). These are vintage Military Service Medals Certifications Document Pins. The medals commemorate events such as “20 Years after the Victory in the Great Patriotic War” (20 years after the War over the Nazis, or 1965), or types of military or civil service. Got these in Ukraine or Crimea somewhere in the early 2000′s. May have been Zaporozhe. There are a couple of Marshall Zhukov (of WW2 fame) medals. These are not medals awarded during WW2, they are anniversary of WW2 medals, for Veterans. One certificate without a Medal, and one Medal without a certificate.
WW1 ITALIAN NAVY DESTROYER R. GIUSEPPE SIRTORI SERVICE MEDAL SILVER. FRONT VIEW OF THE. GIUSEPPE SIRTORI AT SEA. MCMXVII AD OGNI COSTO’ (1917 AT ANY COST). WEARING A KEPI WITHIN A WREATH AND MARKED ” GENERALE SIRTORI “. Commissioned into service in the Italian Regia Marina (Royal Navy) in 1916, she served during World War I, participating in the Adriatic campaign. During the interwar period, she took part in operations related to the Corfu incident in 1923 and was reclassified as a torpedo boat in 1929. During World War 2, she took part in the Mediterranean campaign and later the Adriatic campaign until she was scuttled in 1943. 1874 was a general, specifically an Italian general who played a significant role in the Italian unification movement, notably serving as a key military leader under Giuseppe Garibaldi during the “Expedition of the Thousand” and later becoming a general in the unified Italian army. DIMENSIONS : HEIGHT 1″ x WIDTH 1 1/8″ x THICKNESS 1/16. RETAINS ITS ORIGINAL SILVER ATTACHMENT LOOP AT THE TOP CENTER SPIRAL EMBELLISHED AND A SMALL PART OF THE ORIGINAL THREAD AN CLOTH FROM THE UNIFORM IT WAS TAKING OFF OF. THIS IS NOT A REPRODUCTION.
WW1 ITALIAN NAVY ARMORED CRUISER R. SAN GIORGIO SERVICE MEDAL SILVER. WW1 ITALIAN ROYAL NAVY ARMORED CRUISER R. Hallmarked 800 for silver purity on the lower left obverse. Reverse: Saint George the Dragon Slayer. Inscribed: Tutor et Ultor (Guardian and Avenger). The San Giorgio class was a group of 2 armored. Cruisers built for the Italian Navy (Regia Marina). Between 1907 and 1910. The class comprised of the armored cruisers. San Giorgio and R. San Giorgio ran aground right before the. And although she was repaired before its end. She served during WW1. During World War I. Limited by the threat of Austro- Hungarian submarines. Durazzo, Albania, in late 1918. She acted as a royal yacht. For Crown Prince Umberto’s 1924 tour of South America and then. Was deployed to the Indian Ocean to support. She was modernized in 1938 with emphasis in. To Tobruk where she was forced to scuttle herself. In early 1941 as the British moved in to occupy. The Allies from 1943 through 1945. Salvaged in 1952, she. Sank while being towed to Italy to be broken up. ARTIST INITIAL’S ON THE: S J. DIMENSIONS : HEIGHT 1 1/4″ x WIDTH 1″ x THICKNESS 1/16.
This is a rare and valuable Uncut Miss-strike or ERROR 1945 US European African Middle Eastern Campaign WWII Medal. It is a highly sought-after item for collectors and history enthusiasts alike. The medal was struck in the United States and is an original piece from the World War II era. It features a Conflict aspect of WW II (1939-45). The medal is a unique piece of history that showcases the bravery and sacrifice of American soldiers during World War II. It is a must-have for any serious collector or history researcher.
Rare original WW2 Numbered Medal in marked black coffin box Decoration for Long & Faithful Service State of New York, Neck Award hanging medal, original ribbon is frayed as shown, uncleaned untouched as found, gift or addition to any collection. Please see all photos as they are a big part of the description. As always satisfaction is fully guaranteed, please look at our feedback, we strive to give the best service.
Experts everywhere state that these medals were offered in bronze and silver. The medal offered here, with its gold plating over silver is not mentioned anywhere that I can find. I’ve done a lot of research and all sources state that this medal was available in two sizes– a large medal in silver or bronze, in a nice Gorham case, and a smaller medal (as here) on a pinned silk ribbon, in bronze. A local coin dealer tested the metal composition of this medal and it tested 90% silver, not bronze. The remaining 10% would be the metal that the silver was alloyed with to cast the medal, and the rest would be the gold plating. This silver medal is plated with a high karat gold — probably 22K, and the plating extends to the ring at the top of the medal. The medal alone weighs 13 grams. It’s diameter is 1.375 or 34.9 mm. The (original) straight pin and the ring on the ribbon are brass. The striped ribbon is one length of silk grosgrain, with its ends stitched together at the top. Everything is in excellent condition. This was designed by the noted sculptor Theodore Spicer-Simson, who signed both sides of the pieces. The obverse features an eagle with a shield on his breast incorporating the Sword of Righteousness and symbols representing the Allied WW I nations: France (the galleon and the rooster), England (cross and oak leaf), Russia (the sitting bear), Serbia (four “E”s), Belgium (lion) and Japan (rayed sun). The phrase “DO RIGHT AND FEAR NO MAN” was inspired by the engraving on one of George Washington’s dress swords. ” The reverse bears an American shield with the date “APRIL VI MDCCCCXVII. ” In a circle around the shield is the phrase from Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address “That Government by the People Shall Not Perish. ” Also on this side: the “TSS” signature and the “Gorham Co. Theodore Spicer-Simson was a world famous sculptor and medalist who lived in Coconut Grove, Florida from the late 1920s until his death in 1959. His work included portrait medallions cast in bronze of literary and other prominent figures from his lifetime and medals designed for various institutions and associations.
FRANCE – GERMANY – TO THE GLORY OF THE HEROES OF VERDUN MEDAL 1916 PARIS (MINT STATE). The Battle of Verdun was fought from 21 February to 18 December 1916 on the Western Front in France. The battle was the longest of the First World War and took place on the hills north of Verdun-sur-Meuse. MEDAL IS STAMPED ON ITS EDGE ” BRONZE ” WITH THE CORNUCOPIA MINT MARK OF THE MONNAIE de PARIS (PARIS MINT). Obverse: Marianne and personification of Fury block the path of the German eagle, clasping sword, in foreground; civic and national shields to lower right. Reverse: Three medallions containing the busts of Generals Petain, Nivelle, and de Castelnau above legend in five lines; all within wreath, with awards clasped at the bottom. CONDITION IS UNCLEANED AND UNCIRCULATED WITH A MEDIUM RANGE MINT STATE. Mint: Monnaie de Paris (Paris Mint). Designer: Charles Pillet b. THIS IS NOT A REPRODUCTION OR A COPY.
Discovered in an estate sale in Richmond, Va. This very rare medal was awarded by The Army & Navy Cub to Colonel Walter Metcalf, an officer in World War I. I’ve been unable to find any other example of a medal ever awarded by The Army & Navy Club. The relief on the medallion depicts two World War I soldiers in Army and Navy uniforms and is dedicated “to General Officers and Flag Officers” “1920″. The medal has been kept in very good condition, as shown. The Army & Navy Club was founded in 1885 as an exclusive, private club in the heart of the nation’s capital. It was established as a meeting place for military officers to share their stories, ideas and experiences with each other, and over the years, it has expanded, continuing to be very exclusive and prestigious. Today the Army and Navy Club is a Five Star Platinum Club that counts among its members some of America’s top Admirals and Generals, members of Congress and public servants. The medal was designed and made by the firm of Dieges & Clust, founded in 1898 in New York. Dieges & Clust is known for high quality and fine design and the company produced many medals including New York’s Spanish-American War Medal, the 1904 Olympic Medal, and the Medal of Honour. They also made baseball’s first ever Most Valuable Player Award and the first ever Heisman Trophy as well as numerous other sports related rings, awards and trophies.
Beautiful, and hard to find WWI service medal. Excellent original condition as shown. Please see our other listings, and check back often as we typically list 30-50 high-end estate items each week with No Reserve!
