Latvian Independence Commemorative Medal – Issued 1928
Key Information:
• Country: Latvia
• Medal: 10th Anniversary of the Liberation War Medal
• Institution Date: November 11, 1928
• Awarded for: Participation or contribution to Latvian War of Independence
• Period: Interwar Republic of Latvia
• Diameter approx.: 35.25 mm
• Ribbon: Missing
• Material: Bronze
Medal Design:
Obverse depicts a column of soldiers led by a front-line fighter marching toward a rising sun. The skyline of Riga with characteristic spires is visible in the background, symbolizing liberation of the Latvian capital.
Reverse bears inscription:
“PAR LATVIJU 1918–1928”
(Translation: “FOR LATVIA 1918–1928”)
Three stars surrounding the inscription represent Latvia’s three historic regions: Kurzeme, Vidzeme, and Latgale.
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Condition:
Medal shows age-related wear and patina consistent with period bronze awards.
Ribbon is missing.
Please review photos carefully for full condition details.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
This medal commemorates the 10th anniversary of Latvia’s War of Independence (1918–1920), a major conflict establishing Latvian sovereignty after the collapse of the Russian Empire. The decoration was awarded to military personnel, civilians, and foreign volunteers who contributed to Latvia’s independence struggle. It represents one of the earliest commemorative awards of the Latvian Republic.
Summary:
Original Latvian interwar commemorative medal marking the founding period of the Latvian state. A historically meaningful and collectible Baltic independence award.