“GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC” “1861 VETERAN 1866” Elaborately engraved and enameled with patriotic & military images & symbols in red, white, & blue, plus black. Size : ht 1-1/2” (with bale, 1-3/4”) Gold tested : 10 karat wt : .3025 troy oz Ref : Rainwater, p 73 shows a similar medal made by Jos K Davidson's Sons of Philadelphia, operating 1867-8 # 97037 ..................................... $ 750.
"Grand Army of the Republic Veteran 1861-1866"
Red White & Blue Enamels
STARS & BARS Shield in ring of gold stars on blue
ANCHOR, CROSSED SABRES
In each point of the star, emblem of each armed service
detail, CROSSED CANNONS, CROSSED BAYONETS
detail, ANCHOR & BUGLE
Armed Services Symbols