French Military Merit Decoration – Post-War Issue
Key Information:
• Country: France
• Decoration: Médaille Militaire (Military Merit Medal)
• Material: Silvered metal
• Period: Post-war issue, mid–late 20th century
• Ribbon: Original period ribbon
• Dimensions (approx.): 37.10 × 33.14 mm
• Suspension: Original suspension
• For condition and details, please refer to the pictures; all dimensions are approximate.
Medal Design:
The medal takes the form of a five-armed star with laurel wreath motifs on each arm.
The obverse features the profile of Marianne wearing a helmet, surrounded by the inscription “RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.”
The reverse bears the inscription “MÉRITE MILITAIRE.”
The medal is suspended from its original ribbon in blue with a central red stripe and white edge stripes.
Condition:
Very good overall condition.
Light age-related wear to the medal surface.
Ribbon shows normal wear consistent with age, with minor creasing.
No repairs observed.
Please refer to all photos for the best and most accurate assessment.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Médaille Militaire is one of France’s most respected military decorations, awarded for bravery and meritorious service.
This example represents a post-war issue, intended for veterans or commemorative purposes rather than early campaign awards.
Such medals remain highly collectible due to their symbolic importance in French military history.
Summary:
Original French Médaille Militaire with ribbon, post-war production, in very good condition. A solid and honest example suitable for collectors of French military decorations or European orders and medals.
For the condition, please refer to the pictures.