Germany, Wehrmacht. An Eastern Front Medal, by Friedrich Orth, Vienna

(Ostmedaille mit Insignien). An Eastern Front Medal, constructed of silvered and patinated zink, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, the obverse bearing a raised Heer-style German national eagle clutching a swastika, the reverse bearing a raised inscription of “WINTERSCHLACHT IM OSTEN 1941/42” (“WINTER BATTLE IN THE EAST 1941/42”, above a crossed sword and laurel branch, topped by a Stahlhelm and stick grenade, the suspension loop maker marked with Präsidialkanzlei code “15” for Friedrich Orth, Vienna, measuring 35.80 mm (w) x 44.00 mm (h), weighing 19.57 grams, correct replacement ribbon, minor oxidation and loss of finish evident, in very fine condition and a good example.