Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Auction Archive gilt and enamelings

gilt and enamelings

and Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa (white metal

Footnote: The Battalion was raised in the Montreal area of Quebec with mobilization headquarters at Montreal under the authority of G

marked S on pin

followed by a transfer on December 2nd for Basic Airborne Training at Fort Benning

Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Auction Archive gilt and enamelings(Medalla al Mrito Militar). Instituted 1863. 1863 1865 issue. In bronze, with the obverse depicting detailed engraved bust of Maximiliano I, surrounded by the inscription MAXIMILIANO EMPERADOR (Emperor Maximilian), reverse engraved with the inscription AL MERITO MILITAR (To Military Merit) surrounded by detailed laurel wreath, marked makers mark Navalon G., measuring 32. 54 mm (w) x 36. 60 mm (h inclusive of the integral ring), with minor toned