Imperial German Medal for the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Leipzig 1863 – Item 118451

Medal for the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Leipzig 1863. Good condition. Shows black Iron Cross to centre with inscription around edge.

Note: The 50th anniversary of the Battle of Leipzig (the Völkerschlacht) was commemorated with major historical festivities on October 18, 1863. This golden jubilee celebrated the historic 1813 Coalition victory over Napoleon Bonaparte, which remains the largest battle in European history prior to World War I