Prussia, Kingdom. A Life Saving Medal Newly Listed marked “G” for “G

marked “G” for “G

the reverse bearing crowned and stylized shield featuring wheat and St

the cap demonstrates some issues consistent with age and use

16 mm x 57 mm

Prussia, Kingdom. A Life Saving Medal Newly Listed marked “G” for “G(Verdienst Ehrenzeichen fr Rettung aus Gefahr). Instituted 1 February 1833 by King Friedrich Wilhelm III. (1907 1918 issue). Constructed of silver, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, the obverse bearing a raised and leftward facing profile of King Friedrich Wilhelm III, circumscribed by name and title, the reverse bearing a central wreathed inscription of FR RETTUNG AUS GEFAHR (FOR RESCUE FROM DANGER), unmarked, measuring 24. 79