France, I Empire. A Veterans 24 Years Service Medal, Type I, C.1860 GTRexclude surrounded by the inscription "MARITIME

surrounded by the inscription "MARITIME JUSTICE AND BRITISH VALOR

with additional embroidery to give the leaves definition

the passage of the Gumti and the action of Sultanpur

gilt wear on the buckles

08 mm (w) x 59

France, I Empire. A Veterans 24 Years Service Medal, Type I, C.1860 GTRexclude surrounded by the inscription "MARITIME(Mdaillon de vtran). Instituted on 16 April 1771. Type I. (1771 1789 Issue). A mid 19th century example, consisting of a cast bronze oval frame with a voided centre, with a piece of period red velvet sewn in place to multiple loops on the inside of the frame, the centre presenting a pair of crossed swords, measuring 50. 12 mm (w) x 63. 53 mm (h), and in fine condition. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent