France. Saint Helena Medal, for the Napoleonic Wars 1792-1815

Item description

Médaille de Sainte-Hélène – Saint Helena Medal

Established 1857 by the Emperor Napoleon III. Awarded to veterans of the campaigns between 1792-1815 led by Napoleon I. (also to foreigners), fighting under French flag.

Design: Désiré-Albert Barre

Manufacturer: Barre ((his mark as small anchor under the portrait).

Bronze, excellent condition, on the original old ribbon.