Themed collection - Medals
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Collection of 12 historical commemorative badges and medals (Netherlands, Ireland, Japan – 1960/1990)
Description
An exceptional historical set consisting of 12 commemorative medals, plaques, and badges for collection. This lot covers charitable events, traditional marches, and cultural milestones celebrated internationally between the 1960s and 1990s. An ideal selection for collectors of civilian militaria, phaleristics, philanthropy, and decorations with history.
Detailed breakdown of the lot (12 pieces):
commemorative Plaque 3-Daagse Breda (Netherlands): Metal piece with original tricolor ribbon, engraved allegory of the turf cutter, and the official heraldic shield.
NRK Jubileum Wandeltocht Medal (KNBLO, Netherlands): Anniversary commemorative edition of the Dutch Red Cross.
Nationale Rode Kruis Bloesemtocht Geldermalsen Medal: Charitable decoration with red/white striped ribbon, detailed relief of a mountaineer’s boot, blooming tree, and the Red Cross emblem.
Rondom 's-Hertogenbosch Medal (SDS, Netherlands): Oval-designed medal in keeping with the cultural tradition of Bolduque.
WSV Keizerswaard Medal: Traditional hiking association badge with its green-and-white ribbon.
Terre des Hommes Commemorative Medal (1963-196968): Special historic piece marking the 5th anniversary of the prestigious charity.
Mountain Route Commemorative Medal: Scenic relief of hikers on a hill, retaining a ribbon in black and red tones.
SDS Commemorative Medal: With distinctive silhouette and ribbon in blue/yellow.
Long-Distance Medal (Wassenaar): Design alluding to walking footwear and ribbon in red and black.
insignia “Ceithre Lá Chaisleán a' Bharra” (Castlebar, Ireland): Historic square plaque with relief engraving of the footprint (voetstappen), with inscriptions in Gaelic.
Castlebar Four Days Walks Twin Badge: Second unit of the legendary Irish edition, presented with its green ribbon support.
Commemorative Pin '95 Relay Walk (Japan): Rare enameled metal pin in red finish from the 1995 Japanese commemorative edition.
Condition
Very good vintage condition overall. The pieces retain a very attractive natural patina from the passage of time, as well as their original ribbons, clasps, and fastenings.
Description prepared with the aid of AI, there may be minor descriptive inaccuracies.
Collection of 12 historical commemorative badges and medals (Netherlands, Ireland, Japan – 1960/1990)
Description
An exceptional historical set consisting of 12 commemorative medals, plaques, and badges for collection. This lot covers charitable events, traditional marches, and cultural milestones celebrated internationally between the 1960s and 1990s. An ideal selection for collectors of civilian militaria, phaleristics, philanthropy, and decorations with history.
Detailed breakdown of the lot (12 pieces):
commemorative Plaque 3-Daagse Breda (Netherlands): Metal piece with original tricolor ribbon, engraved allegory of the turf cutter, and the official heraldic shield.
NRK Jubileum Wandeltocht Medal (KNBLO, Netherlands): Anniversary commemorative edition of the Dutch Red Cross.
Nationale Rode Kruis Bloesemtocht Geldermalsen Medal: Charitable decoration with red/white striped ribbon, detailed relief of a mountaineer’s boot, blooming tree, and the Red Cross emblem.
Rondom 's-Hertogenbosch Medal (SDS, Netherlands): Oval-designed medal in keeping with the cultural tradition of Bolduque.
WSV Keizerswaard Medal: Traditional hiking association badge with its green-and-white ribbon.
Terre des Hommes Commemorative Medal (1963-196968): Special historic piece marking the 5th anniversary of the prestigious charity.
Mountain Route Commemorative Medal: Scenic relief of hikers on a hill, retaining a ribbon in black and red tones.
SDS Commemorative Medal: With distinctive silhouette and ribbon in blue/yellow.
Long-Distance Medal (Wassenaar): Design alluding to walking footwear and ribbon in red and black.
insignia “Ceithre Lá Chaisleán a' Bharra” (Castlebar, Ireland): Historic square plaque with relief engraving of the footprint (voetstappen), with inscriptions in Gaelic.
Castlebar Four Days Walks Twin Badge: Second unit of the legendary Irish edition, presented with its green ribbon support.
Commemorative Pin '95 Relay Walk (Japan): Rare enameled metal pin in red finish from the 1995 Japanese commemorative edition.
Condition
Very good vintage condition overall. The pieces retain a very attractive natural patina from the passage of time, as well as their original ribbons, clasps, and fastenings.
Description prepared with the aid of AI, there may be minor descriptive inaccuracies.
Details
Number of objects
12
Type
Medals
Period
Late 20th century
Country of origin
Japan, Netherlands
Condition
Very good
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