Spain, Facist State. A Blue Division Medal For Russian Service, Official Version For Soldiers Auction 1882 in Chesterfield

1882 in Chesterfield

an undated photo depicting Red Army personnel

two obituaries

“1808” on the 6 o’clock arm

Spain, Facist State. A Blue Division Medal For Russian Service, Official Version For Soldiers Auction 1882 in Chesterfield(Medalla de la Divison Azul). Instituted in 1943. In silvered tombac with black patination, measuring 36. 5 mm (w) x 50. 8 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, scattered silvering wear, light contact, original ribbon, suspended from a traditional horizontal hanger with pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Blue Division Medal was awarded to Spanish soldiers who fought in the German Army on the Russian Front.