United States. A Legion of Merit, Commander United Republic of attached to two silvered bronze

attached to two silvered bronze fob panels

In patinated metal

Early fine quality badge in silvered tombac

French hallmarked with a sword indicating

United States. A Legion of Merit, Commander United Republic of attached to two silvered bronzeInstituted July 20, 1942. In bronze gilt and multi coloured enamels, featuring a white enamelled five point Maltese cross with ball finials and wreath segments, dark blue enamelled centre medallion, the reverse in red and white enamelled arms, featuring banner around the arms, suspended from a wreath and integral loop, worn on original neck ribbon with multiple buttons for closure, measures 57. 8 mm (w) x 65. 5 mm (h) inclusive of integral wreath,