France, Iii Republic. A Military Medal, C.1918 Auction Archive effective April 5

effective April 5

in varying condition from fine to extremely fine

Medal of Merit for Public Education

original ribbons wrapped around a metal frame support

Sterling silver with a frosted obverse

France, Iii Republic. A Military Medal, C.1918 Auction Archive effective April 5(Mdaille Militaire). Instituted in 1852. Type III with Uniface Trophy of Arms. In silver gilt with blue enamels, dual cornucopia hallmarked and marked with a "1" between the cornucopias on the obverse, measuring 27. 3 mm (w) x 46. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its trophy of arms suspension, intact enamels, gilt wear evident on the obverse, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Military Medal is a military decoration of