Netherlands

etherlands. Five medals – Nederland in oorlog: Churchill, Dunkirk, Sicily, Leningrad and the invasion of the Low Countries – silver-plated, 40 mm Collection of five different commemorative medals from the “Nederland in oorlog” series. Each features coloured historical imagery beneath the inscription “75 jaar vrijheid” and is accompanied by its own certificate. Contents “Ontsnapping uit Duinkerken” – the evacuation from Dunkirk, with soldiers and ships; dated 1940–2020. “Invasie van de Lage Landen” – the invasion of the Low Countries, with a German aircraft and burning buildings; dated 1940–2020. “Churchill wordt benoemd tot premier” – Churchill’s appointment as prime minister, featuring his portrait; dated 1940–2020. “De belegering van Leningrad wordt doorbroken” – the breaking of the siege of Leningrad, with a soldier, red flag and domed building; dated 1944–2024. “Geallieerde invasie van Sicilië” – the Allied invasion of Sicily, featuring an American general, tanks and the United States flag; dated 1943–2023. Common reverse Crowned Dutch coat of arms surrounded by provincial shields and stars, with “Je maintiendrai” on a ribbon and the surrounding inscription “Koninkrijk der Nederlanden”. Specifications, according to the certificates Quantity: 5 different medals. Issuer: Edel Collecties. Finish: silver-plated with coloured accents. Diameter: 40 mm each. Striking quality: Proof. Year of issue stated on the certificates: 2023. Includes five accompanying certificates.

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