France. A Medal Of French Gratitude, Gold Grade, Type I By Jules Desbois Auction India 1939-45

India 1939-45

numbered "36805" on the buttonhole attachment

with most of the gilded finish remaining

as part of the Allied force invading France by launching Operation Neptune

engage and destroy four enemy airplanes in aerial combat and

France. A Medal Of French Gratitude, Gold Grade, Type I By Jules Desbois Auction India 1939-45"In silver gilt, dual cornucopia hallmarked, marked ""1"" and ""ARGENT"" (silver) on the edge, engraver marked ""J. Desbois"" (Jules Desbois) on the obverse, 31. 3 mm (w) x 36. 5 mm (h), large rosette on its original ribbon, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal of French Gratitude was a French honour medal created on July 13, 1917 and solely awarded to civilians. The medal was created to express gratitude by the French