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Medal of chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur. Second Empire. 40 x 40 mm. Sample 2

  1. 160,00 €

    Out of stock

A model very similar to the final versions from the First Empire.
The main difference lies in the vertical positioning of the two ribbon ends beneath the laurel wreath.
Under the First Empire, these ends were angled at approximately 45 degrees.
Following the proclamation of the Second Empire, small eagles replaced the palm fronds on the crown surmounting the cross.
Dimensions: 40 x 40 mm (excluding the crown).
Losses to the white enamel, two bent points, and partial loss of blue enamel around the eagle on the reverse side.
These flaws are not visible when worn on the chest; they will not be distracting on a mannequin or in a reenactment setting, and it is an authentic medal offered at a very reasonable price.
Original ribbon.



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