France – Médaille commémorative de la Grande Guerre 1914–1918, instituted 1920 (Morlon design)
Obverse: Helmeted bust of Marianne facing left, holding a sword; designed by Pierre-Alexandre Morlon, symbolizing the French Republic during the First World War.
Reverse: Inscription “RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE” surrounding central text “GRANDE GUERRE 1914–1918”, framed by an oak wreath.
Bronze (official issue). Suspended from original ribbon with alternating red and white vertical stripes.
Condition: good overall with light wear; attractive natural patina; ribbon slightly worn and frayed, consistent with age.
Historical Context:
The Médaille commémorative de la Grande Guerre 1914–1918 was established in 1920 and awarded to military personnel who served in the French armed forces during the First World War.
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