United States. An Army Civil War Campaign Medal. Auction Commander's Cross

Commander's Cross

moderately corroded - possibly ground found

and the 16

A finely detailed silver gilt star with eye catching red enamels

with moderate enamel chipping

United States. An Army Civil War Campaign Medal. Auction Commander's CrossInstituted in 1905. In bronze, obverse features the relief image of Abraham Lincoln surrounded by the motto WITH MALICE TOWARD NONE WITH CHARITY FOR ALL, reverse bears the words "The Civil War 1861 1865" encircled by a wreath, 32 mm, on original ribbon with pinback, very fine condition. Footnote: This medal was instituted in 1905, with the Army version of the medal being instituted on 21 January 1907. It was awarded for service in the American Civil