France: Levant Medal 1922 (Medaille de Syrie-Cilicie (1922) et du Levant). With clasp 'Levant'. Large issue variant by Arthus Bertrand

The clasp is of the official & ornate 'Oriental' type

The medal is an example of the scarce 'Grand Modele' variant, which measures 35mm (the ordnance issue medal by contrast measures 30mm)

The medal with maker marks for Arthus Bertrand and bronze metal hallmark on rim

The Levant clasp was awarded for service in the Franco-Syrian War of 1920, and the Franco-Turkish War of 1920-1921. The later dated clasp was awarded in respect of the Great Syrian Revolt (also called the Great Druze Revolt)

Note: Only the 'Grande Modele' medal & clasp variant is here for offered sale - the attached images showing another 'standard' issue medal is only attached for illustrative reference purposes, and is not included in this sale

A scarce and impressive medal

Condition: VF

Code: 20777