Medal for the Capture of Berlin, Variation 1, circa 1945-46 issue.
In brass; 37.7 mm in height incl. eyelet, 32.1 mm wide; weighs 17.2 g not including the suspension and connecting link.
In excellent condition. The obverse has some tiny, barely noticeable dings but no significant wear; the raised artwork and lettering are perfect and crisp. The obverse is essentially pristine, completely free of wear visible to the naked eye. The toning to the brass is uniform and attractive on both sides, free of blemishes or oxidation spots, while a good amount of the original "gilt" mint luster is clearly visible in recessed areas, especially on the rev
In brass; 37.7 mm in height incl. eyelet, 32.1 mm wide; weighs 17.2 g not including the suspension and connecting link.
In excellent condition. The obverse has some tiny, barely noticeable dings but no significant wear; the raised artwork and lettering are perfect and crisp. The obverse is essentially pristine, completely free of wear visible to the naked eye. The toning to the brass is uniform and attractive on both sides, free of blemishes or oxidation spots, while a good amount of the original "gilt" mint luster is clearly visible in recessed areas, especially on the reverse.
The medal comes on a late-1940s suspension device, a single-layer model in steel. The old ribbon appears to be of the period, possibly
original to the medal; although it shows a minor amount of wear at the bottom edge, it is nicely preserved, sound and presentable. The
connecting link likewise appears to be of the period. Overall, a very attractive example of the Variation 1 Berlin Medal.
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