French Colonial Medal, First Type (1893-1913)

60,00 €

French Colonial Medal, first type, with double-sided suspension ring.

Silver medal, 30 mm in diameter, with the « ARGENT » (SILVER) hallmark stamped on the edge.

Obverse: Bust of the French Republic wearing a helmet and crowned with laurel leaves, accompanied by the inscription « RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE ». Raised signature of Georges Lemaire.

Reverse: Globe surrounded by military attributes, surmounted by the inscription « MÉDAILLE COLONIALE ».

Complete with its original ribbon featuring white and sky-blue stripes, showing fading due to light exposure.

Weight: 18 g (0.63 oz)

Condition: Good

 

Alternative shipping option:
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Shipping cost within France: €3.60
International shipping cost: €7.65
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