Figure 1: Croation Army Maneuvers Commemoration Medal . Image from Author’s archive.
Introduction: This medal, the Croation Army Maneuvers Commemoration Medal (Manöver-Gedenkmedaille der kroatischen Armee) was issued to the soldiers who participated in the 1888 Croation Army Maneuvers.
Date Issued: 1888
Reason Issued: To commemorate the Croation Army maneuvers of 1888
Classes or Types: One
Interesting Facts:
· These medals were probably issued to the soldiers who participated in the maneuvers. However, they are never seen being worn with the other awards received by military personnel and were therefore not considered an official award
· Although the medal has the name of Josip Radkovic on the reverse it was designed by Adolf Muller. Radovic was a merchant who provided the medals.
Hallmarks: None
Design: A round medal with a flat round attached eye and a raised rim
Figure 2: Croation Army Maneuvers Commemoration Medal, obverse. Image from Author’s archive.
Obverse: Inside a raised rim is a second fine raised line. Inside the second raised line in the center of the medal is the image of Emperor Franz Joseph in uniform facing to the viewers right and wearing the Order of the Golden Fleece. Around his image is a laurel wreath. Above his image starting at the 10 o’clock position and ending at the two o’clock position is inscribed: FRANJO JOSIP I. Translation: Franz Joseph I.
Figure 3: Croation Army Maneuvers Commemoration Medal, reverse. Image from Author’s archive.
Reverse: Inside a raised rim is a second fine raised line. Inside the second raised line in the center of the medal is the Croation Coat of arms surrounded by decorative floral elements and a beaded circle. Between the beaded circle and the edge of the medal starting at the seven o’clock position and ending at the five o’clock position is inscribed: U SPOMEN VELIKIH VJEZBA U HRVATSKOJ 1888. Translation: In commemoration of the grand maneuvers in Croatia 1888. At the bottom of the medal at the six o’clock position is the name of the medalist as follows: JOSIP * RADKOVIC.
Weight: Unknown
Size: 32 mm in diameter
Type of Material: Bronze
Variations: None known
Designer: Adolf Muller
Manufacturer: Unknown
Number Issued: Unknown
Case: Unknown
Ribbon: Imperial yellow with black side stripes
Attachments: None
Miniature: None known
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Rick
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