France, Iii Republic. A First Madagascar Campaign Medal 1883 Auction constructed of an oval-shaped

constructed of an oval-shaped

and very materially assisted in keeping the enemy back

Honor Guard

maker marked "DIEGES & CLUST" on the screwback

France, Iii Republic. A First Madagascar Campaign Medal 1883 Auction constructed of an oval-shaped(Mdaille commmorative de Madagascar). Instituted in 1886. In silver, cornucopia hallmarked and fasces hallmarked on the reverse, engraver marked "DANIEL DUPUIS" on the obverse, measuring 30 mm in diameter, dark patina, edge nicks, contact marks, original ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The First Madagascar Campaign Commemorative Medal was instituted on July 31, 1886 and awarded to participants in the First Madagascar expedition of 1883.