VINTAGE POLISH MEDAL FOR SACRIFICE AND COURAGE – MEDAL ZA OFIARNOŚĆ I ODWAGĘ – 1960
Offered is a vintage Polish Medal for Sacrifice and Courage (Medal za Ofiarność i Odwagę), a Polish civil/state decoration established in 1960.
This distinctive Polish decoration was awarded to individuals who demonstrated sacrifice and courage while risking their own life or health to save human life or property.
The medal features the characteristic relief design depicting two figures, together with the original-style green ribbon with red side stripes.
The decoration was designed by renowned Polish sculptor Józef Gosławski.
ITEM DETAILS
Country: Poland
Award: Medal for Sacrifice and Courage
Polish Name: Medal za Ofiarność i Odwagę
Established: 1960
Type: Polish civil / state decoration
Designer: Józef Gosławski
Subject: Sacrifice, courage, rescue, saving life/property
Obverse: Distinctive relief scene featuring two figures
Ribbon: Green with red side stripes
Material: Metal – exact composition not independently verified
Period: Vintage / post-1960
Condition: Used vintage condition
HISTORICAL / COLLECTOR INFORMATION
The Medal za Ofiarność i Odwagę is a notable Polish state decoration associated with acts of bravery, self-sacrifice and rescue.
It is an interesting collectible for anyone specializing in:
Polish medals and decorations
Polish state awards
Polish civil decorations
Polish historical memorabilia
Polish military and civilian awards
Eastern European medals
Cold War-era Polish Polish memorabilia
European orders, medals and decorations
Rescue and bravery awards
Occupational and public-service awards
Polish historical ephemera
The Polish name “Medal za Ofiarność i Odwagę” is included for collectors searching by the original Polish terminology.
CONDITION
USED VINTAGE CONDITION – PLEASE STUDY ALL PHOTOGRAPHS CAREFULLY.
The medal displays age-related wear and patina consistent with its vintage condition.
The ribbon also shows signs of age, storage and handling, including visible wear and discoloration.
There may be surface marks, minor scratches, finish variation, patina and other signs of age. Please use the photographs to assess the exact condition for yourself.
The photographs form an important part of the description.
IMPORTANT
The exact medal pictured is the medal you will receive.
Please carefully examine all photographs for the medal\'s condition, ribbon, finish, details and overall appearance before purchasing.
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