Hungary, Regency. A Bravery Medal, Iii Class Bronze Grade Auction approximately 65x48mm

approximately 65x48mm

and is decorated on the exterior by an ornate German national eagle

A silver gilt four armed star with arabesques between the arms of the cross

A field made replacement Soldbuch that has been improvised after the original was lost due to enemy actions on April 16

in turn above a laurel and oak leaf wreath

Hungary, Regency. A Bravery Medal, Iii Class Bronze Grade Auction approximately 65x48mm(A Magyar vitzsgi rem). Instituted in 1939. In bronze, lacquered, engraver marked "BERAN. L." on the obverse, measuring 35 in diameter, contact marks, edge nicks, original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, better than very fine. Footnote: This Bravery Medal was founded by Miklos Horthy, and it was awarded to Officers, Non Commissioned Officers, and enlisted soldiers for exceptional bravery in war. It is also known as the Hungarian Medal of Courage.