Italy. An Al'valorie Awarded To French Troops In The War Against Austria 1859, Type I (1833-1886), Variation "D" (1859) Newly Listed Beginning his service in July

Beginning his service in July 1852 and finishing in February of 1872

He should have been aware that this action would result in a dishonourable discharge

with accents of blue

Remnants of a now-illegible white ink maker’s mark are found near the interior wrists of both

Italy. An Al'valorie Awarded To French Troops In The War Against Austria 1859, Type I (1833-1886), Variation "D" (1859) Newly Listed Beginning his service in JulyItaly (Kingdom); Silver, engraver marked "F. G" on the obverse, engraved "CALTE SERG Fr 99e LIGNE" in the centre, engraved "GUERRE D'ITALIE" above and date engraved "1859" below, 33. 5 mm, original ribbon, dark patina on the obverse and edge, bruised, edge nicks, contact marks, fine.