France, Ii Empire. A Military Medal, C.1860 Newly Listed centerpiece presents the monogram of

centerpiece presents the monogram of founder Knyaz Ferdinand on red enamel backing

Signed by Obersthofmeisteramt

"Holy Military Order of St

27 mm x 54 mm

France, Ii Empire. A Military Medal, C.1860 Newly Listed centerpiece presents the monogram of(Mdaille Militaire). Instituted in 1852. An excellent example of this eariler type, in silver gilt with blue enamels, measuring 26 mm (w) x 46 mm (h) inclusive of its eagle and integral ring, intact enamels, very light contact, original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Military Medal was instituted on January 22, 1852 by Napoleon III and awarded for courage and devotion to duty.