Nº 106016004

Suède. Medal Artillery Cadet School 1960/1961 - Hallmarked silver
Nº 106016004

Suède. Medal Artillery Cadet School 1960/1961 - Hallmarked silver
A distinguished Swedish military presentation medal associated with the Artillery Cadet School, awarded for exceptional performance during the winter course.
The principal face displays the traditional insignia of Swedish artillery: two crossed cannon barrels beneath the national Three Crowns emblem. Cannonballs appear below, completing a composition rooted in the historic symbolism of the artillery branch. The surrounding inscription identifies the medal with the cadet school and artillery corps.
The reverse bears the presentation inscription:
FÖR UTMÄRKT PRESTATION
VID VINTERLINJEN
1960–61
Translated:
“For outstanding performance during the winter course, 1960–61.”
This inscription establishes the medal as an individual distinction rather than a general souvenir or mass-issued commemorative. It was evidently presented to a cadet whose performance during the winter training programme was judged particularly noteworthy.
Winter instruction formed a demanding element of Swedish military education. Cadets were expected to operate effectively under severe Nordic conditions, where mobility, endurance, leadership and technical proficiency were tested alongside conventional military knowledge. Within the artillery, such training also required disciplined coordination of personnel, equipment and fire-support systems under difficult field conditions.
From a numismatic and militaria perspective, the medal is especially appealing because it combines an institutional identity with a clearly defined award purpose. Unlike anonymous regimental tokens, this piece records a specific achievement within Swedish officer training. Its crossed cannons, Three Crowns and formal presentation inscription give it the character of an official military honour.
The surface retains an attractive dark patina that strengthens the relief and gives the medal considerable visual depth. The raised cannon barrels, crowns and lettering remain clearly defined, while the naturally aged finish contributes to its historical presence.
A scarce and highly evocative collector’s piece for specialists in Swedish military medals, artillery history, officer education and Scandinavian militaria. Its direct connection to merit-based cadet training makes it a particularly focused and prestigious example of Swedish military medallic tradition.
Objets similaires
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Cet objet a été présenté dans
Comment acheter sur Catawiki ?
1. Découvrez des objets d’exception
2. Faites la meilleure offre
3. Effectuez un paiement sécurisé

