Three antique French bronze medals including a medal issued by the Direction Generale des Haras to commemorate the approval of a particular stallion as an Etalon Autorise in 1861, two National and International Shooting Competition medals, and a plaque to commemorate the XIII National and International Shooting Competition in Nancy, 1906. Provenance: Henri Louis Antoine Lilette, born 1872, le Blanc Sablon, Craonnelle - died 1955, le Blanc Sablon, Craonnelle. Inspecteur General des Eaux et Forets, Chevallier de la Legion dHonneur. As a career officer of Frances Eaux et Forets Administration, 1892 to 1932, Henri Lilette traveled to different countries in his official capacities. As Inspecteur General des Eaux et Forets he was based in Paris. Les Eaux et Forets is responsible for the administration and management of Frances forests, wildlife, and waterways. Its origins date back to the 13th century. Frances forests represent 29 percent of the countrys surface. Antique French Bronze Medal Awards For Collectors.

Dimensions: Overall size: (S) D 1 1/2 in. (L) D 2 in. All measurements are approximate.