Looking For Info on Interesting WWI Belgian Medal and/or Token

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I have an interesting World War I era, silver Belgian medal, token, or pendant (you choose which may be appropriate!). So far, I have found little information regarding the minting, production, or scarcity of this item. Here are some photos:



I believe this medal contains a high percentage of silver. My research has determined that the obverse features busts of Queen Elisabeth and King Albert of Belgium. I believe the reverse references the siege of Liege, Belgium, which occurred August 5-16, 1914. In particular, the medal references August 8, 1914. I believe the french words on the reverse of the medal loosely translate to "Glory to the Brave (of) Liege".

I did find a similar medal, issued by the Belgians in 1914, made of silver, that was sold to raise money. It was thought that the price of one of those medals was enough to feed one Belgian child for one month. It featured similar busts, but had a different reverse showing Columbia (America) feeding a Belgian family with food from her apron.

If anyone has any information on this medal, like its purpose, mintage, scarcity, etc., I would be very appreciative. The medal looks like it was worn a great deal, showing a lot of wear. Whoever owned it must have taken a lot of pride in wearing it daily. Thanks!

 

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Just a bump to see if anyone might have some info!