France, Ii Empire. Expedition To Mexico Campaign Medal, By Arthus Bertrand, C.1864 Archive Elizabeth II (JX

Elizabeth II (JX

with very detailed crowned double-headed eagles between the arms of the cross

5mm (height)

green oxidation evident on both sides of the maple leaf's left side

George crosses of the flags in deep red velvet

France, Ii Empire. Expedition To Mexico Campaign Medal, By Arthus Bertrand, C.1864 Archive Elizabeth II (JX(Mdaille commmorative de l'expdition du Mexique). Instituted in 1863. In silvered bronze, maker marked with the Arthus Bertrand of Paris insignia and marked "BRONZE" on the edge, measuring 29. 5 mm in diameter, scattered silvering wear, importantly, the medal is accompanied by its original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Expedition to Mexico Commemorative Medal was instituted on August 29, 1863 and awarded for service in the Mexican