A First Pattern Belgian Congo Silver Service Star Newly Listed He was released following France’s

He was released following France’s surrender

the body with contact marks and crazing in the black paint but free of dents

officially unveiled on September 22

along with single ones at either end

A First Pattern Belgian Congo Silver Service Star Newly Listed He was released following France’s1889 1910 issue; five armed silver star with ball tipped finials; the obverse with a five armed bronze star in high relief; the reverse with the Congolese motto Work and Progress; four medal bars on the original ribbon (one bar for every 3 years of service); french mounting pin; measuring 30 mm x 31 mm; ribbon lightly soiled, better than fine condition overall.