France, Iii Republic. A Franco-Prussian War Medal 1870-1871 Archive It reformed on October 10th

It reformed on October 10th 1919

buckle retains over 95% of finish

but one will be sent as soon as available

the obverse centre depicts the initials FJI within a circular wreath

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France, Iii Republic. A Franco-Prussian War Medal 1870-1871 Archive It reformed on October 10th(Medaille Commemorative de la Guerre 1870 1871). Instituted in 1911. In bronze, engraver marked "GEORGES LEMAIRE" on the obverse, measuring 30 mm in diameter, original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Franco Prussian War Commemorative Medal was instituted in November 1911 and awarded to those for service in the Franco Prussian War, July 1870 to February 1871. The medal was awarded to participants who held the combatants certificate, of which it