France, II Empire. An Expedition to Mexico Commemorative Medal 1862-1865 Miniature

(Médaille commémorative de l'expédition du Mexique). In silver, engraver marked "E.F." (Eugene Farochon) on the obverse, measuring 19 mm in diameter, dark patina, original embroidered ribbon, extremely fine.

Footnote: The Expedition to Mexico Commemorative Medal was instituted on August 29, 1863 and was awarded for service in the Mexican Expedition of 1862-1863.