Zimbabwe, Republic. An Independence Medal 1980, Bronze Grade United Republic of lightly soiled original ribbon with

lightly soiled original ribbon with safety pin attachment

and stay ribbon detached

1915 as a Protective Garrison

the obverse bears a left facing eagle with outstretched wings

It gave its name and coat of arms to the Aviz Dynasty that ruled Portugal between 1385 and 1580

Zimbabwe, Republic. An Independence Medal 1980, Bronze Grade United Republic of lightly soiled original ribbon withIn bronze gilt, measuring 38. 5 mm (w) x 43. 5 mm (h), original ribbon with pinback hanger, traces of gilt remains, spotting, very fine. Footnote: The medal was awarded to any person or group or category of people nominated by the Prime Minister, in two classes: silver and bronze.