A Rare 1814 Russian Imperial Napoleonic Wars Victory Medal Auction 1 Oktober 1938 Medal

1 Oktober 1938 Medal

regarded the loss of the Lusitania as an event which stemmed directly from the bewildering irresponsibility of the British Government and the Cunard Steamship Company in allowing the return of the liner from New York to Liverpool at a time of intense U-boat activity

Issued in 1938

Monetny Dvor mint marked and hand engraved "1986105" on the reverse

This type of stag-gripped single-etched Eickhorn Bayonet was generally used for parade purposes

A Rare 1814 Russian Imperial Napoleonic Wars Victory Medal Auction 1 Oktober 1938 MedalIn silver, 29mm, fine original striking, showing signs of period wear, otherwise near very fine.