East medal mm19

WW2 German Eastern Front Medal (Ostmedaille) – Maker Marked “19” (Brüder Schneider A.G., Wien)
Original Medaille Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42 (Eastern Front Medal), awarded to German military and associated personnel who served on the Eastern Front during the brutal winter campaign of 1941–42. Commonly referred to as the “Ostmedaille” or “Frozen Meat Medal.”
Obverse: Features the Wehrmacht eagle clutching a swastika above a crossed sword and branch, all superimposed over a German helmet. Fine detail still present despite age-related wear.
Reverse: (Not visible in the photo, but typically) reads: “Winterschlacht Im Osten 1941/42” within a laurel wreath.
Ribbon: Original rayon ribbon in deep red with white and black edge stripes, symbolizing blood, snow, and mourning. Shows some wear and stitching at the top, typical for tunic attachment.
Suspension Ring: Clearly marked “19”, identifying the maker as Brüder Schneider A.G., Wien (Vienna) – a known and documented manufacturer of this medal.
This is a genuine, combat-issued example with an uncommon maker code, making it a desirable piece for collectors of German WW2