Original Danish War Medal for the 1864 Second Schleswig War – Alphée Dubois
Key Information:
• Country: Denmark
• Conflict: Second Schleswig War (War with Prussia & Austria)
• Year: 1864
• Recipient Eligibility: Danish military participants of the campaign
• Designer / Artist: Alphée Dubois (French medalist)
• Material: Bronze
• Diameter: approx. 30.55 mm
• Production Quantity: approx. 58,000 medals struck
• Original ribbon included
• Named: No
Medal Design:
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Obverse shows King Christian IX facing right with inscription:
“CHRISTIAN IX KONGE AF DANMARK”
Designer signature “ALPHEE DUBOIS” visible below portrait.
Reverse displays inscription:
“FOR DEELTAGELSE I KRIGEN 1864”
(Translation: For Participation in the War 1864)
Decorative dotted border and original suspension bar with ribbon.
Condition:
Medal shows honest period wear and natural patina consistent with age.
Details remain clearly visible.
Ribbon shows wear, discoloration and small damage typical for age and use.
Please refer to photographs for full condition details.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Danish War Medal 1864 was awarded to participants of the Second Schleswig War between Denmark and the allied forces of Prussia and Austria. The conflict was a major historical turning point that resulted in Denmark losing the duchies of Schleswig, Holstein, and Lauenburg.
Designed by renowned French engraver Alphée Dubois, this medal represents an important piece of Scandinavian military history and is increasingly difficult to find on today’s collectors market.
Summary:
Original and historical Danish campaign medal issued for participation in the 1864 war.
An attractive and collectible example with original ribbon and strong historical background.
For the condition, please refer to the pictures.