France, Second Republic. An Italian Campaign Medal 1859, Type Ii (Larger Version) GTRexclude and worn condition

and worn condition

A Bronze Grade Close Combat Clasp by Fec

size marked in white ink "57" on the left side

1867) and later

In silvered parachute along with a red

France, Second Republic. An Italian Campaign Medal 1859, Type Ii (Larger Version) GTRexclude and worn conditionFrance; Silver, hallmarked on the reverse of the integral suspension, engraver marked "BARRE" on the obverse, 30. 5 mm, replacement ribbon, moderate surface wear evident on the obverse, edge nicks, bruised, very fine. Footnote: The medal was instituted by Imperial Decree of August 11, 1859 and awarded to the soldiers of the Army of Italy and sailors who participated in the French war against Austria, allied to Sardinia, that was a major step towards