Yugoslavia (Democratic Federal Yugoslavia): Medal for Merit to the Nation (Instituted 1945). 1st Type. Bronze Gilt

A first type award with reverse 'Zaglube' legend Instituted in 1945. The award continued to be awarded after the creation of the post-war (Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia). It is estimated that 430,666 awards were made during the life of the medal Dimension: Approx 37mm in diameter The medal mounted as worn, the original riband mounted on a five edged suspension mounting plate, this latter retaining its reverse pin and clasp fittings Condition: EF