136 - Verdun commemorative medal - First World War.
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Estimate €20 - €30

Description

Verdun commemorative medal - First World War. Round bronze medal commemorating the Battle of Verdun. Obverse: profile of a helmeted soldier, legend "ILS NE PASSERONT PAS", the famous motto associated with the defence of Verdun in 1916. Engraver Verdier's signature. Reverse: stylised representation of the monumental gateway to Verdun, framed by laurel branches, with the inscription "VERDUN" and the date 1916. Triangular red tricolour ribbon for wearing as a buttonhole. French work from the early 20th century, linked to the commemorations of the First World War. Condition: wear to ribbon and medal.

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136 - Verdun commemorative medal - First World War. See original version (French)

136 - Verdun commemorative medal - First World War.
See original version (French)