Germany, Wehrmacht. An Eastern Front Medal United Republic of circa 1800

circa 1800

marked “900” on reverse

held in place via lugs and pin on the reverse

even though physically training was very demanding

Germany, Wehrmacht. An Eastern Front Medal United Republic of circa 1800(Ostmedaille). Constructed of silvered and patinated zink, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, the obverse with a central Heer style German national eagle clutching a swastika, the reverse with an inscription of WINTERSCHLACHT IM OSTEN 1941 42 (WINTER BATTLE IN THE EAST 1941 42) above a crossed sword and laurel branch, unmarked, measuring 36. 00 mm (w) x 44. 56 mm (h), weighing 18. 8 grams, in better than very fine condition.