Valter Posted February 3, 2011 Posted February 3, 2011 I purcased this not-so-well preserved empty bar from Franco-Prussian war and i'd like to restore it. I know there should be a Prussian commemorative medal 1870 on the left and centenary medal on the right, but what's in the middle? Bavarian 1866 cross, or long service medal or cross? Or anything else? What would be the most interesting - but yet completely legit combination?
Valter Posted February 3, 2011 Author Posted February 3, 2011 The inner side of faded bavarian ribbon...
Valter Posted February 3, 2011 Author Posted February 3, 2011 and the backside. Sorry for crappy cellphone pictures, my camera gave up but I'd rather buy another medal than camera :speechless:
Schießplatzmeister Posted February 3, 2011 Posted February 3, 2011 Hello: The ribbon in the middle belongs to a Bavarian 1866 Campaign Cross. This is a rather common group. A perfect and complete example of this group with these awards can probably be found in Germany for the same amount that you will have to pay for the individual awards during the restoration process. Best regards
Paul R Posted February 3, 2011 Posted February 3, 2011 You will have to post a photo of the final prodoct.
Claudius Posted February 3, 2011 Posted February 3, 2011 Hello Valter; I agree with you on both accounts; Its the 1866 Bav. Campaign Cross AND I would rather get a medal (group) than a new camera. Like Paul said, please show us the complete bar when you can.
Valter Posted February 4, 2011 Author Posted February 4, 2011 Gentlemen, thank you very much for your input! Maybe it was not the wisest purcase, but it will surely be fun and excitement by completing it. Of course I will post the final product. Regards, Valter
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