France, Third Republic. An Order of the Legion of Honour, Commander in Gold, c.1900 Auction Footnote: At the time of

Footnote: At the time of Schulz’s award

5 mm ribbon bar with dual push pins and its 16

minor loss of enamel in the crowns

Footnote: This badge is listed on page 67 of "Canadian Militia Badges Pre 1914" by Daniel Mazeas (MM

The soft leather liner remains supple

France, Third Republic. An Order of the Legion of Honour, Commander in Gold, c.1900 Auction Footnote: At the time of(Ordre de la Lgion d'Honneur, Chevalier). Instituted in 1802. Type VIII. (1870 1951 Issue). In 18K Gold, presenting a white enamelled Maltese cross with ball finials, and green enamelled wreath segments in each quadrant, central obverse medallion featuring a right facing portrait of Marianne, and enamelled crossed flags on the reverse, a surmounting green enamelled wreath suspension, measures 58. 6 mm (w) x 84. 8 mm (h), weighs 41. 4 grams (including