France, III Republic. A Colonial Medal for Maroc 1926

(Médaille Coloniale). Instituted in 1893. 1 Clasp - MAROC 1925-1926. In silvered bronze, maker marked and marked "BRONZE" on the edge, measuring 25.5 mm x 41.5 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, very light contact, original ribbon, near extremely fine.

Footnote: The Colonial Medal was a French decoration created by the "loi de finances" of July 26, 1893 (Article 75), to reward "military services in the colonies, resulting from participation in military operations, in a colony or a protectorate". A decree of June 6, 1962 changed the term "colonial" to "overseas" (Overseas Medal).