Saxe-Coburg And Gotha, Duchy. A Service Medal, Bronze Grade, C.1916 Newly Listed maker marked “M

maker marked “M

It gave its name and coat of arms to the Aviz Dynasty that ruled Portugal between 1385 and 1580

reverse centre with a central red enameled medallion depicting the Georgius V Rex

measuring 128 mm x 120 mm

Footnote: The medal was established on February 26

Saxe-Coburg And Gotha, Duchy. A Service Medal, Bronze Grade, C.1916 Newly Listed maker marked “M(Verdienstmedaille in Bronze). Constructed of bronze, the obverse with a rightward facing profile of Duke Carl Eduard, circumscribed by name and title and topped by a royal crown, the reverse with the Saxe Coburg and Gotha coat of arms topped by inscription of FUER VERDIENST (FOR SERVICE), measuring 32 mm (w) x 52 mm (h), in better than very fine condition.