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Product Description: Offered here is an exceptionally rare and highly desirable Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871 Medal, complete with six battle clasps, making it a truly outstanding piece of military history. Awarded to German soldiers who fought in the conflict, this medal commemorates the decisive victory of the German states over France, leading to the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership.
This example features its original striking, with crisp details and a beautiful aged patina. The obverse displays the profile of Kaiser Wilhelm I, while the reverse bears the inscription “Dem siegreichen Heere” (“To the Victorious Army”)surrounded by a laurel wreath. The medal is suspended from its original yellow and black striped ribbon, representing the colors of the Kingdom of Prussia.
Adding to its rarity and significance, this medal comes with six campaign clasps, each denoting participation in key battles of the war. Medals with this many clasps are seldom encountered, making this a highly desirable piece for serious collectors.
This is an outstanding artifact that stands as a testament to the soldiers who fought in one of Europe’s most pivotal 19th-century conflicts. An incredible addition to any military collection, this Franco-Prussian War Medal is in excellent condition, with all clasps firmly attached and the medal showing only light, honest wear from age. A rare and historically significant find—don’t miss the opportunity to own this exceptional piece!
Historical Description: The Franco-Prussian War was a pivotal conflict that reshaped Europe, leading to the fall of the Second French Empire and the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership. Awarded in 1880, nearly a decade after the war, this medal honored those who defended France during the siege of Paris, key regional battles, and the desperate struggles of the French Army and National Guard. The inclusion of six clasps makes this an exceptionally rare and historically significant piece, as clasps were only awarded for specific engagements, adding to its collectibility.
An outstanding artifact from one of the most consequential European wars of the 19th century, this Franco-Prussian War Medal with Six Clasps is a highly sought-after addition to any serious collection of French or European military decorations.
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