Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Auction Archive An armband constructed of white

An armband constructed of white fabric

marked S on pin

gilt and enamelings

the obverse centre bears the image of a right-flying plane over a hilly country-side town

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Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Auction Archive An armband constructed of white(Medalla al Mrito Militar). Instituted 1863. 1863 1865 issue. In bronze, with the obverse depicting detailed engraved bust of Maximiliano I, surrounded by the inscription MAXIMILIANO EMPERADOR (Emperor Maximilian), reverse engraved with the inscription AL MERITO MILITAR (To Military Merit) surrounded by detailed laurel wreath, marked makers mark Navalon G., measuring 32. 54 mm (w) x 36. 60 mm (h inclusive of the integral ring), with minor toned