France, Republic. A Society of the Retired Officers of the Legion of Honneur Medal
In gilded metal, a badge with smooth rays, the central medallion with a small white enamel five armed Maltese cross with ball finials surrounded by a blue enamel ring inscribed SOCIETE DES OFFICIERS RETRAITES MEMBRES DE LA LEG. D’HONN., with weapons (anchor, sword, cannons) behind the ring, the reverse is plain, the badge is surmounted by a oak and laurel wreath suspension, measures 35.6mm (w) x 59.6mm (h), weighs 23.0 grams, worn on a tricoloured original silk ribbon in bow format, with pin on the reverse, light enamel wear, nice patina, ribbon slightly discoloured, remains in very fine condition.

