France: Medal of Honour of the Railways (Medaille d'Honneur des Chemins de Fer, 1st modele, en argent). 1st type in hallmarked silver

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The medal is of the first type that had been instituted in 1913, in hallmarked silver. The obverse and rim with French 'Assay' silver poincon / makers marks, and the rim stamped 'Argent' (for Silver)

The medal can be awarded for long service, or for acts of courage, or for distinguished service

A fairly scarce hallmarked silver issue, as most awards were bronze 'silvered' medals

Condition: Dark toned GVF

Code: 22719