restoring 1870-71 bar

[Valter]

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]

The inner side of faded bavarian ribbon...

[Valter]

Ribbons from the backside...

[Valter]

another view...

[Valter]

and the backside. Sorry for crappy cellphone pictures, my camera gave up but I'd rather buy another medal than camera :speechless:

[Schießplatzmeister]

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]

You will have to post a photo of the final prodoct.

[Claudius]

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]

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