France. A Saint Helena Medal Buy Now on a white cotton backer

on a white cotton backer

Together with Dachau Clothing Work Factory letter header (ca

1917 and at H

In March of 1943

In extremely rare case of issue

France. A Saint Helena Medal Buy Now on a white cotton backerIn bronze, 31. 3 mm (w) x 51 mm (h), replacement ribbon, green oxidation evident on both sides, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Saint Helena Medal was the first French campaign medal. It was established in 1857 by a decree of emperor Napoleon III, to recognize participation in the campaigns led by emperor Napoleon I and was awarded to all French and foreign soldiers, from the land armies or naval fleets, who served the Republic or the Empire