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Hohenzollern medal for the war 1848-1849 for veterans
| Location | Prussia, Kingdom of |
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| Year | 1851 |
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| Composition | Bronze |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features a central oval field divided by horizontal bands bearing the inscription FRIEDRICH WILHELM IV, with the dates 1848 above and 1849 below. A depiction of crossed cannon barrels or military trophies appears in the upper portion of the central device. The circumferential legend runs around the entire border of the medal. |
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| Obverse lettering | SEINEN BIS IN DEN TOD GETREUEN KRIEGERN 1848 FRIEDRICH WILHELM IV 1849 |
| Reverse description | The reverse displays a radiating design of crossed swords and military trophies emanating from a central medallion, evoking a starburst or Maltese cross pattern. At the center is a circular field enclosing the Prussian eagle in relief, surrounded by an oak wreath and the circular legend VOM FELS ZUM MEER. The overall composition reflects the Hohenzollern dynastic motto and Prussian military symbolism. |
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