** WW1 French Légion d`honneur Military Medal w/ Presentation Case (Chevalier Class).**

** WW1 French Légion d'honneur Military Medal w/ Presentation Case (Chevalier Class).**

This item remains in an EXCELLENT CONDITION- Graphic Design Relief is complete for both obverse & reverse. Minimal Age-related wear is visible due to handling. Enamel inlay and gilding are present. **ITEMS ARE SECOND-HAND.**

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ORIGIN: French Third Republic (1871 - 1940)

TOTAL : x 1

YEAR : 1914 - 

COMPOSITION:  .935 Silver & Enamel

MANUFACTURER: Jeweller , Albert Bacqueville - 5 Galerie Montpensier , Palais-Royal Paris. 

ISSUE : Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur (Chevalier Class) 

An EXCELLENT example of a WW1 French Légion d'honneur Military Medal with Presentation Case in the Rank of Chevalier. This piece appears to be in a well-preserved state, with more than 95% of the original Enamel inlay remaining intact. The Figural bust of 'Marianne' retains the exquisite Gilded surface finish throughout.

The original Watered Silk Ribbon is in superb shape , and is accompanied by the issue Presentation Case with Silk Lining. Please Note , the Ribbon Bar Rosette for informal wear is no longer present. This award was founded in 1802 as France's highest National Order  , by Napoleon Bonaparte and instituted to recognize merit for exceptional  Military Conduct or Civil Service. 

This unique piece has been handcrafted by the renown Parisian Jeweller, Albert Bacqueville- who has been resident in the Palais-Royal since 1900. The tradition of Medals manufactured by La Maison Bacqueville is associated with the reign of Napoleon III (1852-1870).

The ideal addition to any First World War, French Military Merit National Order collection or display - for the enthusiast seeking a unique period piece. 

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