Large 1960 Sweden Medal 100th anniversary Stockholm City's military company Volunteer sniper corps
Large 1960 Sweden Medal 100th anniversary Stockholm City's military company Volunteer sniper corps

Large 1960 Sweden Medal 100th anniversary Stockholm City's military company Volunteer sniper corps

£107.00
 
£107.00
 

This commemorative medal from 1960 marks the 100th anniversary of Stockholm City's Volunteer Sniper Corps. The medal features intricate engravings on both sides, celebrating historical figures and military achievements.
Obverse: the medal displays the portraits of four notable figures: Oscar II, Gustaf V, Gustaf VI Adolf, and Carl XV. 
Obverse legend: Surrounding the portraits is the inscription STOCKHOLMS STADS FRIVILLIGA SKARPSKYTTEFÖRENING - 100-ÅRSJUBILEET 1960.
Reverse: portrays two soldiers in action: one aiming a rifle and the other holding a flag next to a cannon. Below this scene is the inscription 
Reverse legend: STÄRKT HAND OCH SÄKERT ÖGA INGEN VON EMEDAN VILLEBRÅD VIKA.
Country: Sweden
Year: 1960
Metal: Bronze
Edge: plain / lettering: SPORRONG&CO
Weight ±: 56 g.
Diameter ±: 51 mm
This medal is a significant artifact for collectors and historians. It provides a tangible connection to the legacy of Stockholm's Volunteer Sniper Corps and their century-long service. 
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SKU: MED13-
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