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Belgian Medal Pair – WWI Commemorative Medal 1914–1918 & Labour Decoration 2nd Class
1. Commemorative Medal of the 1914–1918 Campaign (Médaille Commémorative / Herinneringsmedaille)
Bronze medal in the characteristic “ogival” shape. Obverse: helmeted profile of King Albert I, dated 1914 and 1918, signed. Reverse: royal crown, laurel and the bilingual French/Dutch legend with “1914–1918”. On its original ribbon (red with yellow centre and black stripes), in an original fitted box with yellow velvet insert.
2. Labour Decoration (Décoration du Travail / Ereteken van de Arbeid) – 2nd Class
Silver emblem with royal crown on a hinged suspension, rampant Belgian lion, blue enamelled laurel wreath and red enamel ring inscribed “Habileté Moralité – Bekwaamheid Zedelijkheid” around the beehive and tools emblem. On a Belgian national colours ribbon with pin clip, in a later plastic presentation case with blue velvet insert.
Condition: Used, original condition.
- WWI medal: Even bronze patina with light wear to high points. Ribbon faded, with stains and fraying at the top edge. Box shows wear to the corners and spine.
- Labour Decoration: Enamel largely intact. Light toning to the silver, especially on the reverse. Ribbon in good colour with loose threads at the top.
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Shipping: Ships from Bulgaria, carefully packed.
USA: Price includes customs duties and shipping. No extra charges on delivery.
Other countries: Import duties/taxes, if any, are the buyer’s responsibility.
