France, Iii Republic. A Medal Of The Mexico Expedition 1862-1863 Hold with original leather washer

with original leather washer

with the enamels well preserved without chipping but with moderate scratches from period wear

A superb quality set of finest quality manufacture

clutching a red enamel cross in its talons

France, Iii Republic. A Medal Of The Mexico Expedition 1862-1863 Hold with original leather washer(Mdaille commmorative de l'expdition du Mexique). Instituted in 1863. In silver, engraver marked "BARRE" on the obverse, measuring 30. 5 mm in diameter, contact marks, spotting, frayed original ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The Expedition to Mexico Commemorative Medal was instituted on August 29, 1863 and awarded for service in the Mexican Expedition of 1862 1863.