Peruvian WWII-Era Commemorative Medal, 25 Aniversario, Modified Ribbon
Key Information:
Country: Peru
Type: Military Campaign / Commemorative Medal
Conflict Reference: Peru–Ecuador War (1941)
Anniversary Issue: 25th Anniversary
Date Range on Medal: 1941–1966
Material: Bronze 
Diameter approx.: 41.76 mm
Suspension: Original medal, non-original ribbon modification
Medal Design:
Obverse:
Winged allegorical figure holding a sword and olive branch, symbolizing victory and peace. Circular legend with Roman numerals MCMXLI (1941).
Reverse:
Peruvian coat of arms above crossed swords. Inscription:
“1941 – 1966 / 25 ANIVERSARIO / VENCEDOR”
(Translation: 25th Anniversary – Victor)
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Condition:
Medal: original, with natural age patina and light surface wear
Ribbon: not original
A piece of ribbon was later added/glued to the reverse
A safety pin was added by a previous owner
This ribbon modification was not factory-issued and is clearly a later alteration
For the condition, please refer to the pictures.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
This medal commemorates the 25th anniversary (1966) of Peru’s victory in the 1941 conflict with Ecuador.
Although referencing WWII-era dates, this is a post-war commemorative issue, awarded to veterans or participants to mark long-term recognition rather than wartime decoration itself.
Such medals were often privately worn and later modified, which explains the ribbon alteration seen here.
Summary:
An authentic Peruvian military commemorative medal marking the 25th anniversary of the 1941 campaign.
While the medal itself is original, the ribbon shows non-original modifications, fully disclosed and visible in photos.
A solid historical piece for collectors of Latin American military medals or WWII-era commemoratives.