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.
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WWI State of Connecticut World War 1917 – 1918 Service Medal Ribbon & Box, Mint. Wonderful & Fine Historic Original. WWI State of Connecticut World War 1917 – 1918 Service Medal Ribbon & Box by The Robbins Company of Attleboro, Massachusetts, Absolutely Mint Example; Overall Exceptional Issued. Condition as Photographed with minimal wear as seen, A Great Candidate for Any Advanced United States World War One Medals Collection – Recent Estate Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Rare Condition. 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!