Montenegro, Kingdom. A Medal For Bravery 1841

(Medalja za hrabrost). Instituted in 1841. Type III (1862-1900). In silver, Austrian hallmarked with a Diana's head (Dianakopf) (which was used between 1872 and 1922), the head flanked by the number "2" (.900 silver fineness) on the left and the assay city mark "A" (Vienna) on the right, along with being maker marked "VM" (Vincent Mayer of Vienna) on the edge, measuring 36.3 mm (w) x 40 mm (h), dark patina, edge nicks, bruised, contact marks, surface wear, on a replacement original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, near fine.

Footnote: The Medal for Bravery was instituted in 1841 and established by Prince Bishop Petar II Petrović-Njegoš, as an award for deeds of bravery on the field of battle. It was the first decoration to be instituted in Montenegro. The first medals were minted two years before, however, they had not been accepted due to poor quality workmanship. Vincent Mayer of Vienna, Austria made the medal between 1860 and 1900, as per this example, the maker utilizing a roller-shaped suspension.