France, III Republic. A Tonkin Medal, c.1885 Auction Archive constructed of gilded bronze bronze

constructed of gilded bronze bronze

A well preserved waterloo medal

the regiment participating in many exercises and firing practices in 1942

but the blouse demonstrates no notable damage or other condition issues and is in an overall near extremely fine condition

the reverse with the raised number “15” centrally within a stylized border

France, III Republic. A Tonkin Medal, c.1885 Auction Archive constructed of gilded bronze bronze(Republique Francaise). Instituted 6th of September 1885. Silver. Obverse shows Marianne in centre with inscription Republique Francaise, reverse lists battles from the conflict, multi striped period ribbon, near mint condition. Footnote: The Tonkin Medal was awarded to all the French soldiers and sailors who had taken part in the battles of the Tonkin and the Sino French War between 1883 and 1885.