France, Ii Republic. A Crimean War Era French Army Sappers Helmet Plate And Infantry Of The Line Belt Buckle Archive September 1st 1888

September 1st 1888

obverse centre featuring a surmounted enameled white and green sword on a gilded background inscribed AL MERITO POLICIAL (to Police Merit)

were placed in the category of Verstärkter Grenzaufsichtsdienst (VGAD) (Reinforced Border Custody Service)

Thomas's and Bethlehem Hospitals

France, Ii Republic. A Crimean War Era French Army Sappers Helmet Plate And Infantry Of The Line Belt Buckle Archive September 1st 1888Includes: 1. Army Sappers Helmet Plate (in die stamped bronze gilt, featuring intricate detail, measuring 114 mm (w) x 117. 7 mm (h), four die holes for attachment to the helmet, very light contact); 2. Infantry of the Line Belt Buckle (in bronze gilt, measuring 60. 5 mm (w) x 69 mm (h), intact tab and belt loop, exhibiting spotting and light contact on the obverse, reverse exhibiting contact marks, spotting and green oxidation). Near extremely fine