#59 • Pair of French Legion of Honor Medal - Chevalier - Post-WWII Fourth / Fifth French Republic

Part of British & World Medals (live auction by Bannerman Auctions)

High bid $100.00

Status: Sold

Pair of French Legion of Honor Medal - Chevalier - Post-WWII Fourth / Fifth French Republic. Pair of French Chevalier (Knight) medal Post WWII-Fourth/Fifth French Republic of the Legion of Honors including: These medals was awarded circa 1946-present. Medal #1) Cross diameter 43mm. Medal exhibits crazing with some delamination to white enamel of arms. Wreath exhibits no visible loss of green enamel. Blue enamel on center medallions exhibit no chipping. Medal presents proper ribbon (slight wear and fading) and double straight pin ribbon back for attachment to uniform. Medal #2) Cross diameter 43mm. Medal exhibits no crazing to white enamel of arms. Wreath exhibits no visible loss of green enamel. Blue enamel on center medallions exhibit no chipping, however enamel from one of the crossed flags exhibits chip with loss. Medal presents proper ribbon (slight wear and fading) and double straight pin ribbon back for attachment to uniform. Estimate: $200 - $250 Historical Background: The item is a pair of French Legion of Honor Medal-Chevalier, dating from the Post WWII period, specifically the Fourth or Fifth French Republic. The Legion of Honor is France's highest decoration, established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802 to reward excellent civil or military conduct. The rank of Chevalier (Knight) is the lowest of the five grades within the order. This particular medal set was awarded during a period following World War II, under either the Fourth (1946–1958) or Fifth (1958–present) French Republic. It recognizes the most deserving citizens for their service to the nation across all fields of activity, upholding the decoration's dual principle of service and universality.