France: Medal of Honour for Firefighters (Medaille d'Honneur Des Sapeurs-Pompiers). 2nd issue (post 1934). 20 Years Service
With Paris Mint marks on reverse comprising numeral 1 between two 'Cornucopia's
Awarded to Firefighters personnel of French Fire Brigades for 20 years service
The medal retaining its original silk riband, which is fitted with a two-prong mounting pin, or 'epingle' as worn in the French style
Condition: About EF read more
20.00 GBP
France: Medal of Honour for Firefighters (Medaille d'Honneur Des Sapeurs-Pompiers). 2nd issue (post 1934). 30 Years Service (Georges Rasser 1967)
The medal is named and dated on reverse to, Georges Rasser 1967
With Paris Mint marks on reverse of numeral 1 between two 'Cornucopia's
Awarded to Firefighters personnel of French Fire Brigades for 30 years service
A choice officially named example
Condition: EF read more
25.00 GBP
France: Aeronautical Medal of Honour (Medaille D'Honneur de l'Aéronautique en bronze). Gold grade medal. 2nd type. With gold 'Wings' emblem (A. Gautier 1971)
A second type medal of the large 36mm model awarded between 1932-1978. The medal officially named & dated on reverse 'A. Gautier 1971'
Medals are awarded in four grades (bronze, silver, vermeil and gold) for specified periods of long service, or can exceptionally may be awarded to reward air crew and or aviation workers for acts of courage, and or for distinguished services perfo... read more
45.00 GBP
France: Medal of Honour for Mutual Benefit (Medaille D'Honneur De La Mutualite). Bronze issue. Fifth type reverse
With Paris Mint 'Cornucopia' logo and 'Bronze' metal mark indented on flat edge of the rim
The medal was created by decrees in March 1852, as a 'Medal of Honour' to reward directors, and members of 'Friendly Societys' for exceptional services
An award with a rather convoluted history, not lease as the medals were not officially worn until 1898. The three grades of ... read more
12.00 GBP
France: Medal of Honour for Mutual Benefit (Medaille D'Honneur De La Mutualite). Silver issue. Fifth type reverse
With Paris Mint 'Cornucopia' logos with numeral '2' and word 'Argent' (silver) in between, that is indented on flat edge of the rim
The medal was created by decrees in March 1852, as a 'Medal of Honour' to reward directors, and members of 'Friendly Societys' for exceptional services
An award with a rather convoluted history, not least as the medals were not officia... read more
15.00 GBP
France: Medal of Honour for Mutual Benefit (Medaille D'Honneur De La Mutualite). Gold issue with silk rosette. Fifth type reverse
With Paris Mint 'Cornucopia' logo and 'BR' metal mark indented on flat edge of the rim
The medal was created by decrees in March 1852, as a 'Medal of Honour' to reward directors, and members of 'Friendly Societys' for exceptional services
An award with a rather convoluted history, not least as the medals were not officially worn until 1898. The three grades of awar... read more
20.00 GBP
France: Medal of the French Family (Medaille De La Famille Francaise). Bronze issue first type medal (1920-1985)
The medal was instituted by decree of 26 May 1920
The medal with Paris Mint 'Cornucopia' logo & 'BR' metal mark in reverse field
This example sans designer signature, & with reverse legend 'Ministere De La Sante Publique et de la 'Population'
In 1920, French demographics had been greatly affected by the enormous loss of life, and damage caused by the... read more
12.00 GBP
France (Society): Grand Cross breast star with central legend 'Vivre et Sourire Civique'. Silver, gilt & enamel
The breast star with reverse fittings including vertical hinged pin and clasp, together with 2 x fastening hooks
A most attractive award, the design inspired by the Belgian colonial 'Royal Order of the Lion' that had been awarded for service in the Belgian Congo
Condition: EF read more
50.00 GBP
France: Order of Blood Merit 'Officer' class with silk rosette on riband (la Croix de Officier du Merite Sang)
The French Federation of Voluntary Blood Donors (Fédération Française pour le Don de Sang Bénévole, or FFDSD) was created in 1949. The association's website and history can be seen at:
- https://ffdsb.org/
The association has been awarding medals to Blood Donors since the 1950's. In 1962, the French Federation of Volunteer Blood Donors (FFDSB) created an "Order of ... read more
20.00 GBP
France (Society): Medal of the Republican Society for the Encouragement of Devotion to Service (Médaille de la Société Républicaine d’Encouragement au Devouement, argent). Silver issue. Named and dated (Molle J.B. 1952)
The Société Républicaine d’Encouragement au Devouement was established in 1910, with the virtuous aims of; giving an example of devotion to duty and public service, to defend moral values and promote initiatives to encourage bravery, service and altruism and especially the defence of the vulnerable, particularly young people. The society awards medals to recognise accomplishments in these areas... read more
12.00 GBP