France. A Medal Of French Gratitude, Gold Grade, Type I By Jules Desbois Newly Listed Faithful Service Cross 2nd Class

Faithful Service Cross 2nd Class

September 1945 Issue

Benjamin Creasy

large sleeve cloth badge 12cm(w) x 6

France. A Medal Of French Gratitude, Gold Grade, Type I By Jules Desbois Newly Listed Faithful Service Cross 2nd Class"In silver gilt, dual cornucopia hallmarked, marked ""1"" and ""ARGENT"" (silver) on the edge, engraver marked ""J. Desbois"" (Jules Desbois) on the obverse, 31. 3 mm (w) x 36. 5 mm (h), large rosette on its original ribbon, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal of French Gratitude was a French honour medal created on July 13, 1917 and solely awarded to civilians. The medal was created to express gratitude by the French