WWI Buffalo, New York War Mothers Medal

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  • WWI Buffalo, New York War Mothers Medal
  • WWI Buffalo, New York War Mothers Medal
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a medal for a mother of a World War I soldier. The medal is a five-pointed star with a scene showing a ship and a lighthouse. The medallion hangs from a starred bar with an eagle at top. The medal reads FOR MOTHERS OF DEFENDERS OF LIBERTY and the reverse reads PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF BUFFALO, N.Y.

VINTAGE:

Circa World War I.

SIZE:

1-7/8" height and 1-1/4" width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Lacquered brass.

ATTACHMENT:

Horizontal pin with "C" catch on bar and chain links to medallion.

MARKINGS:

BASTIAN BROS. CO. ROCHESTER N.Y.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a World War I homefront collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MBEX06 LFJX 6/10 SFJX6/15

CONDITION:

7+ (Very Fine+): Badge shows light wear and tarnish.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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