France, Iii Republic. An Order Of The Legion Of Honour, Knight, By Bertrand, C.1930 certificate_of_authenticity 04 mm (w) x 29

04 mm (w) x 29

measuring 26 mm (w) x 40 mm (h) inclusive of the clasp

Also marked on obverse under the crown with the "Star" mark indicating eventual replacement with gold badge

dark blue case of issue

transparent face with the image of a Lancaster in red featured

France, Iii Republic. An Order Of The Legion Of Honour, Knight, By Bertrand, C.1930 certificate_of_authenticity 04 mm (w) x 29(Legion DHonneur). Instituted May 19 1802. Third Republic (1870 1951). In silver, a white enamelled Maltese Cross with ball finials, green enamelled laurel and oak wreath in each quadrant, the obverse medallion features a right facing portrait of Marianne, surrounded by a blue enamel ring inscribed REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE, the reverse presents two enamelled crossed flags, surrounded by a blue enamel ring inscribed HONNEUR ET PATRIE, the cross is