France, Second Empire. A Military Medal, c. 1860 Province of China Measuring 94 mm (w) x

Measuring 94 mm (w) x 147 mm (h)

The interior is plain with the exception of a hidden flap on the left side of the breast

Close Combat Clasp in bronze

A Death of Vice Admiral Nelson & Victory Hull Pin - Copper

and that the miniature version is to be worn for day-to-day use

France, Second Empire. A Military Medal, c. 1860 Province of China Measuring 94 mm (w) xIn silver, the obverse bearing the profile of Emperor Napoleon III, the reverse the inscription VALEUR ET DISCIPLINE, topped by an imperial silver crown, measuring 46. 3 mm (h) x 26. 2 mm (w), light contact, very fine. Footnote: The Military Medal was a military decoration awarded for meritorious service and acts of bravery in action against an enemy force. It is the third highest award of the French Republic.