France, Iii Republic. A Medal Of The Mexico Expedition 1862-1863 Hold clutching a red enamel cross

clutching a red enamel cross in its talons

a British entrepreneur bought the whole lot from the British Government

with central gilt lowercase letter “h”

with original leather washer

subsequently returning to the lines and was promoted to Captain in November 1916

France, Iii Republic. A Medal Of The Mexico Expedition 1862-1863 Hold clutching a red enamel cross(Mdaille commmorative de l'expdition du Mexique). Instituted in 1863. In silver, engraver marked "BARRE" on the obverse, measuring 30. 5 mm in diameter, contact marks, spotting, frayed original ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The Expedition to Mexico Commemorative Medal was instituted on August 29, 1863 and awarded for service in the Mexican Expedition of 1862 1863.