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1858 2nd Empire French Legion Of Honor Solid Gold Enamel Medal Issuing Document Picture

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1858 2nd Empire French Legion Of Honor Solid Gold Enamel Medal Issuing Document Picture

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Described By:Rachel HFA CNX 1405 6155

Title:1858 2nd Empire French Legion Of Honor Solid Gold Enamel Medal Issuing Document Picture

Description: In this lot we are offering an amazing set of a solid 14K gold medal of honor with accompanying issuing document and photo of the recipient Zilaire Philippe Louis.1858 2nd Empire French Legion Of Honor Solid Gold Enamel Medal, Issuing Document, Picture

Type of Piece:Enamel Medal, Issuing Document, Picture

Measurements:Medal: 1.5x2.75 inches
Document: 16 x 12.25 inches
Photo: 2.5x3.5 inches

Condition:Medal: Shows enamel cracks and enamel loss visible in photots
Document: Shows creases and a few tears as well as spotting and staining.
Photo: Shows color loss, creases, spotting and staining as well as an adhesive residue on the back side.

Hallmarks:T14 on the bail of the medal and it has been tested at 14k gold.

Estimated weight of piece:The medal is 19 grams

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Dimensions: 14x12x8
Weight: 11 LBS dimensionally
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1858 2nd Empire French Legion Of Honor Solid Gold Enamel Medal Issuing Document Picture

Name: 1858 2nd Empire French Legion Of Honor Solid Gold Enamel Medal Issuing Document Picture
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Price: 1000 USD
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