France, Iii Republic. A Medal Of The Mexico Expedition 1862-1863 Hold A superb quality set of

A superb quality set of finest quality manufacture

He is also acknowledged as having been awarded the Order of the Medjidie

With silver frame

the Amythyst was sent to the Mediterranean where she took part in the first naval bombardment of the Dardanelles entrance on February 19

France, Iii Republic. A Medal Of The Mexico Expedition 1862-1863 Hold A superb quality set of(Mdaille commmorative de l'expdition du Mexique). Instituted in 1863. In silver, engraver marked "BARRE" on the obverse, measuring 30. 5 mm in diameter, contact marks, spotting, frayed original ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The Expedition to Mexico Commemorative Medal was instituted on August 29, 1863 and awarded for service in the Mexican Expedition of 1862 1863.