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This antique US Naval Sampson Medal from 1898 commemorates the USS Cincinnati's service in the Spanish-American War. The medal features the bust of Admiral William T. Sampson and a clasp of the USS Cincinnati, with the words "For Service" inscribed beneath. This original period item is a must-have for collectors of militaria from this time period.
An Original Period US Navy Sampson Medal from the USS Cincinatti CV-7.
Spanish American War 1898.
Original bronze Medal designed by Charles E. Barber. His Initial B on shoulder. 38mm diameter. Looks like Original, period ribbon.
I believe a phase 1 medal with type 2 clasp.
Unnamed.
You can search internet for information on this Medal and USS Cincinatti.
Medal marked Mantanzas on reverse. First action against Cuba on 27 Apr 1898.
Beautiful Original patina.
I have Not seen another one of these Sampson medals, with the USS Cincinatti clasp!
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