France, Republic. A China Campaign Award, Boxer Rebellion, C.1902 GTRexclude overall this dagger shows moderate

overall this dagger shows moderate wear and use

Footnote: Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley

It may be awarded to both Brazilian and foreign nationals and is mainly an award for the diplomatic service

previously mounted

measuring 75mm x 43 mm

France, Republic. A China Campaign Award, Boxer Rebellion, C.1902 GTRexclude overall this dagger shows moderateAn interesting and possibly unique award commemorating the French participation in the Boxer Rebellion; consisting of a diamond shaped medal in silver, obverse presenting a hand carved Chinese stylized dragon, reverse with raised hand carved lettering CAMPAGNE DE CHINE 1901, measuring 43 mm (w) x 64 mm (h inclusive of integral ring), with replacement ring and loop with mid 20th century ribbon, toned silver, near extremely fine.