France, Ii Empire. An Expedition To Mexico Medal, Original Ribbon,1862-1863 GTRexclude with additional twelve month periods

with additional twelve month periods of service recognized by additional chevrons)

in case of Issue

reporting on March 22nd

demonstrating just how rare the First Type badges are

France, Ii Empire. An Expedition To Mexico Medal, Original Ribbon,1862-1863 GTRexclude with additional twelve month periodsInstituted in 1863. Silver medal bearing bust of Napoleon III, marked BARRE on obverse. On reverse, bearing Expedition Due Mexique and hallmarked with an eagles head. Original Ribbon. Measuring 30. 59mm (w) x 34. 92mm (h) and weighing at 16. 2 grams. Footnote: The Expedition to Mexico Commemorative Medal was instituted on August 29, 1863 and awarded for service in the Mexican Expedition of 1862 1863.