France, Iii Republic. An Expedition To Dahomey Medal, C.1895 Auction Archive Christian X (1912-1947) - Knight

Christian X (1912-1947) - Knight

hinged along the back edge

the belt measuring 54 mm x 1

consisting of a Cross Pattée with a ribbed frame

France, Iii Republic. An Expedition To Dahomey Medal, C.1895 Auction Archive Christian X (1912-1947) - Knight(Mdaille commmorative de l'Expdition du Dahomey). Instituted in 1892. In silver, cornucopia hallmarked and fasces hallmarked on the reverse, engraver marked "DANIEL DUPUIS" on the obverse, measuring 30. 2 mm in diameter, dark patina, very light contact, replacement ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Expedition to Dahomey Commemorative Medal was instituted on November 12, 1892 and awarded to participants of the First Franco Dahomean War (1890)