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Legion d'Honneur: CM.29-1951

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Legion d'Honneur

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Description

Medal is the highest decoration in France. This version is an officers badge. The clasp is a crown.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1951-04-19) by Besant, W.L.W. Esq.

Components of the work

Object Diameter (min) 40 mm Diameter 40 mm Weight 20.66 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Profile of Napoleon in Gold gilt surrounded by five armed Maltese Asterisk and enamelled laurel and oak wreath.

  • Text: NAPOLEON EMPEREUR DES FRANCAIS
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Imperial eagle in centre with obverse details repeated.

  • Text: HONEUR ET PATRIE
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.29-1951
Primary reference Number: 226887

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Created: Thursday 9 May 2019 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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