Original French Saint Helena Medal 1857

The Saint Helena Medal was the first French campaign medal. It was established in 1857 by a decree of emperor Napoleon III to recognise participation in the campaigns led by emperor Napoleon Bonapart. Issued to all veterans of the la Grande Armée, the land armies or naval fleets, who served the Republic or the Empire between the years 1792 and 1815 inclusive. This one an original issue comes in superb condition and on a short piece of its original ribbon.

Code: 29219