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Peru-Bolivian confederation (1835-39), silver medal and ribbon, Socabaya, rare.

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Peru-Bolivian confederation (1835-39), silver medal and ribbon, Socabaya, rare.
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Peru-Bolivian confederation (1835-39), silver medal and ribbon, Socabaya, rare. Fonrobert-9252. 29.9 grams. This was once a coin (as evidenced by its reeded edge) but was struck on the front with the obverse of a "Honor & Country in Socabaya" military medal honoring the patriots for their victory at the battle of Socabaya on February 7, 1836, showing a condor within circle, legend HONOR Y PATRIA above, surrounded by rays.