Medal for the Liberation of Bulgaria

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SKU: 02.RUS.0186.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$300 USD

  • Liberation of Bulgaria Medal Obverse
  • Liberation of Bulgaria Medal Reverse

Estimated market value:

$300 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Russia
  • Composition
    Bronze
  • Inscription
    Obv: ь.н.александра и инперчернтора и слжодераець вссроссіискін 19 фебрачу 1878 царь освоьеитень Rev: ???
  • Size
    28mm
  • Image Licensing
    https://www.emedals.com/europe/russia/medals/an-1878-imperial-russian-bulgarian-campaign-medal

Physical Description and Item Details


In bronze Medal, measuring 28mm, without ribbon, in very fine condition.

History


This medal was established during the reign of Alexander II in commemoration of the liberation of Bulgaria from Turkey. It was conferred upon non-commissioned officers and enlisted personnel who served in the liberation of Bulgaria.

The obverse inscription translates to: "By the Grace of God Alexander II Emperor and Autocrat of All Russias 19 February 1878". The reverse inscription translates to: "Who Saws with Tears Will Reap with Joy In Memory of the Liberation of the Bulgarian Brothers."

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