France, Republic. An Order of the Legion of Honour, Grand Cross Star, Museum Example, c. 1950 Republic of the reverse is inscribed with

the reverse is inscribed with “I Preis Speerwerfen 27

1939 to the March 31

light contact marks and bruising

Melilla on the north African coast had been Spanish since 1497 and Ceuta since 1668 but it was not until the early 20th Century that the Spanish began to expand into the interior

with a central red enameled medallion depicting the royal cipher of Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig within a gilt ring

France, Republic. An Order of the Legion of Honour, Grand Cross Star, Museum Example, c. 1950 Republic of the reverse is inscribed withInstituted May 2, 1802. A large partially embroidered star in silver coloured thread and large sequins, the center in white metal bearing a crowned eagle surrounded by the inscription HONNEUR ET PATRIE, the reverse with reinforced backing and remnants of green felt, measures 94mm (w) x 90 mm (h), loss of tinsel, oxidation to medallion, cracks in reverse, tips of rays bent, in better than fine condition.