France, Third Republic. A China Medal 1900-1901 Hold numbered "144" on the reverse

numbered "144" on the reverse

Broughton  - Two-piece construction

constructed of “Flaschengrün” bottle green wool

In addition to being a recipient of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire C

France, Third Republic. A China Medal 1900-1901 Hold numbered "144" on the reverse1900 CHINE 1901. In silver, dual cornucopia hallmarked and marked ""ARGENT"" (silver) on the edge, engraver marked ""GEORGES LEMAIRE"" on the obverse, measuring 30 mm (w) x 49. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its dual dragons suspension, original ribbon, dark patina, extremely fine. Footnote: The China Medal was instituted on April 15, 1902 for award to the French military (and some civilians) who participated in the suppression of the Boxer Rebellion, as part