France, Ii Empire. An Expedition To Mexico Commemorative Medal 1862-1863 Newly Listed in black case of issue

in black case of issue (with hand written "Vassen 1942" inside of the lid (case good/fine condition)

in order to return to civilian life upon demobilization

a top quality example

A rectangular postcard with the image of a ship on the water with a mountainous background and some coastal houses

France, Ii Empire. An Expedition To Mexico Commemorative Medal 1862-1863 Newly Listed in black case of issue(Mdaille commmorative de l'expdition du Mexique). Instituted in 1863. In silver, engraver marked "BARRE" on the obverse, hallmarked with an eagle's head on the reverse, measuring 30 mm (w) x 34. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, exhibiting edge nicks and spotting, original ribbon with an embroidered design bearing the Mexican eagle with snake, better than very fine. Footnote: The Expedition to Mexico Commemorative Medal was instituted on