France, Third Republic. Two Orders of the Legion of Honour, Knights visually-hidden dark patina on one

dark patina on one

1889 (later known as 5th Eastern Division)

VIII - Italy and the Little Nations

the metal obverse has separated and demonstrates some loss of finish

weighing 149 grams

France, Third Republic. Two Orders of the Legion of Honour, Knights visually-hidden dark patina on one(Ordre National de la Lgion d'honneur). Instituted in 1802. 1870 1951 Issue. In silver with red, white, blue and green enamels, Gold centrepieces, laterally pierced ball suspension, partial marks on the suspension and ribbon tassel, measuring 40. 9 mm (w) x 59. 7 mm (h inclusive of its crown suspension), chipping evident in multiple locations in the white enamelled arms on both sides, and in the green enamels on the wreath, white enamel has been