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    Hesse Darmstadt Military Medical Cross 1914, confusion.


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    Hey all, I have this Hesse-Darm Medical Cross and I decided to do a little more research into it and it seems that the ribbon colors are incorrect. I mostly see Red base and white strips and one recently like mine which leads to my confusion.  The medal itself seemed too shiny for a 100+ year old award.  Anyone have any good knowledge of this states awards?  Thanks.

     

     

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    Hello,

    There are two (2) types of ribbons for this award.  The one that you show is correct (for merit for medical officers, medical NCO's, and enlisted medical personnel), as is a red ribbon with silver (metallic) side-stripes [for other merit related to nursing during the 1914-1918 war].  

    Your piece appears to be the type made of "copper-bronze".  The bright state of the alloy may be due to the piece having been cleaned by someone recently.  It is difficult to be certain from the photo provided.

    Best regards,    

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