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FRANCE ORDER OF THE LEGION OF HONOR, instituted...

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FRANCE ORDER OF THE LEGION OF HONOR, instituted in 1802. Plate of grand officer of the July Monarchy period by Joseph Cornudet des Chaumettes. In silver in imitation of the plates in canetille, lined between the branches of flags in enamelled gold (tiny chips) maintained by a knot enamelled tricolour. Center in three parts with legend and profile of Henry IV in gold. Reverse side with two hooks and a rocking pin. 76 mm. Gross weight : 48 g. (Small dents and missing flags) T.B. to T.T.B.