Dimensions: 128.14 x 37.56 mm
This lot includes 13 post-war Polish military and state-issued ribbon bars, representing awards for military service, national defense, and international cooperation. Some ribbons remain unidentified, but the list below provides a detailed breakdown of known ribbons, from left to right.
Identified Ribbon Bars
1. Grunwald Cross (Krzyż Grunwaldu)
One of Poland’s highest military decorations, established in 1943 for acts of valor in World War II.
Awarded by the Polish People's Army (LWP), mostly to soldiers, partisans, and veterans of the resistance movement.
Recognized contributions to Poland’s fight against Nazi Germany.
2. Possible Cross of Merit (Krzyż Zasługi) – With White Ribbon in the Middle
The Cross of Merit was awarded for civil and military contributions.
The white ribbon in the middle may indicate a higher class or a second-time recipient (e.g., Gold, Silver, or Bronze Cross of Merit with additional distinctions).
3. Medal for Service to the Fatherland (Medal za Zasługi dla Obronności Kraju) – With White Ribbon
A military decoration awarded for long-term service in the Polish Army or paramilitary defense organizations.
The white ribbon variation is unusual, potentially indicating multiple awards or a special distinction.
4. Medal for Service to the Fatherland (Medal za Zasługi dla Obronności Kraju) – Standard Version
Regular version, awarded for military service and contributions to Poland’s defense.
5. Medal for the 10th Anniversary of the People's Republic of Poland (Medal 10-lecia Polski Ludowej)
Issued in 1954 to mark 10 years of Communist rule in Poland.
Given to both military personnel and civilians who contributed to state-building efforts after WWII.
6. Odra-Nysa-Bałtyk Medal (Medal Odra-Nysa-Bałtyk)
Commemorates Poland’s victory in 1945 and the securing of its western border (Odra–Nysa–Baltic line).
Awarded to soldiers and civilians who helped rebuild and integrate Poland’s newly acquired western territories after WWII.
7. National Council of the People's Republic of Poland Medal
Issued by the National Council (Rada Państwa PRL) for public service, political contributions, or government duties.
8. Czechoslovak War Cross (Československý Válečný Kříž)
Czechoslovak military decoration, awarded to:
Polish soldiers who fought alongside Czechoslovak forces in WWII.
Allied personnel assisting in Czechoslovak resistance efforts.
Foreign military officers recognized for their service to Czechoslovakia.
Indicates Polish-Czechoslovak military cooperation, especially among Polish units that fought in exile or resistance groups.
Possible Unidentified Ribbons
The remaining five ribbons medals could be:
Additional Polish military service or commemorative awards from the Communist era (LWP).
Foreign decorations awarded to Polish personnel.
Post-war veteran association medals.
State-issued medals recognizing public service or labor contributions.
Further analysis or clearer images could help identify them with more accuracy.
This lot of 13 post-war Polish military and state-issued ribbon bars represents a diverse selection of Cold War-era awards, including:
Military valor (Grunwald Cross, Czechoslovak War Cross).
Service and defense contributions (Cross of Merit, Service to the Fatherland Medals).
Commemorative achievements (Odra-Nysa-Bałtyk, 10th Anniversary of PRL Medal).
Public service and political awards (National Council Medal).
For authentication and valuation, please refer to the provided pictures to assess condition, medal details, and specific ribbon variations.