Imperial German Bavarian Prince Alfons Commemorative Medal
An original Bavarian commemorative medal associated with Prince Alfons of Bavaria (1862–1933), a member of the Bavarian royal family and an officer in the Royal Bavarian Army.
Historical Background
Prince Alfons of Bavaria was born on January 24, 1862, into the House of Wittelsbach, the royal dynasty that ruled Bavaria until the end of the First World War.
He pursued a military career in the Royal Bavarian Army, eventually attaining the rank of General of Cavalry.
During the German Imperial period, members of the Bavarian royal family maintained close connections with military regiments, veterans organizations, and patriotic associations throughout the kingdom.
Commemorative medals and badges associated with royal personalities were produced for a variety of purposes, including military gatherings, patriotic celebrations, anniversaries, and association activities.
Prince Alfons was a prominent figure in Bavarian military and aristocratic society during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
Historical Significance
This commemorative piece reflects the traditions of the Bavarian monarchy and the importance of royal patronage within Imperial Germany's military and veterans organizations.
Items associated with members of the House of Wittelsbach are of particular interest to collectors of Bavarian and Imperial German militaria.
Item Details
Country: Kingdom of Bavaria, German Empire
Associated figure: Prince Alfons of Bavaria (1862–1933)
Dynasty: House of Wittelsbach
Type: Commemorative medal or badge
Historical association: Bavarian royal and military traditions
Condition: As photographed
Quantity available: One
SKU: GER78457424
An interesting addition to a collection of Imperial German militaria, Bavarian royal memorabilia, or German commemorative medals.
The item pictured is the actual piece offered for sale.
Imperial German Bavarian Prince Alfons Commemorative Medal
An original Bavarian commemorative medal associated with Prince Alfons of Bavaria (1862–1933), a member of the Bavarian royal family and an officer in the Royal Bavarian Army.
Historical Background
Prince Alfons of Bavaria was born on January 24, 1862, into the House of Wittelsbach, the royal dynasty that ruled Bavaria until the end of the First World War.
He pursued a military career in the Royal Bavarian Army, eventually attaining the rank of General of Cavalry.
During the German Imperial period, members of the Bavarian royal family maintained close connections with military regiments, veterans organizations, and patriotic associations throughout the kingdom.
Commemorative medals and badges associated with royal personalities were produced for a variety of purposes, including military gatherings, patriotic celebrations, anniversaries, and association activities.
Prince Alfons was a prominent figure in Bavarian military and aristocratic society during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
Historical Significance
This commemorative piece reflects the traditions of the Bavarian monarchy and the importance of royal patronage within Imperial Germany's military and veterans organizations.
Items associated with members of the House of Wittelsbach are of particular interest to collectors of Bavarian and Imperial German militaria.
Item Details
Country: Kingdom of Bavaria, German Empire
Associated figure: Prince Alfons of Bavaria (1862–1933)
Dynasty: House of Wittelsbach
Type: Commemorative medal or badge
Historical association: Bavarian royal and military traditions
Condition: As photographed
Quantity available: One
SKU: GER78457424
An interesting addition to a collection of Imperial German militaria, Bavarian royal memorabilia, or German commemorative medals.
The item pictured is the actual piece offered for sale.
