A German pre-World War I mounted medal group that includes the Franco-Prussian War Medal and the Koniggratz Cross is a highly collectible item. The Franco-Prussian War Medal was awarded to soldiers who fought in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71, which was a major conflict between France and the German states that ultimately led to the unification of Germany. The Koniggratz Cross was a commemorative medal that was awarded to soldiers who fought in the Battle of Koniggratz, a key battle of the Austro-Prussian War of 1866.