Iconographic Engravings – The Fine Arts (1851) European military and honor medals

This print is a detailed illustration of various European military and honor medals. The arrangement and labeling suggest it was likely part of a reference book or military catalog, providing a visual guide to the insignia, decorations, and orders associated with different regions or countries in Europe. The use of German terms (e.g., "Cocarden") suggests it may have been printed in a German-speaking country.

Identification and Context

This type of print is common in 19th-century or early 20th-century military and heraldic reference books, often created to document the wide variety of military and civil honors across European states. These medals include symbols like the Iron Cross, imperial crowns, and other distinct regalia associated with different European kingdoms or regions, such as Prussia, Bavaria, and Austria.