Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Hold semi-broad vertical pinback with functional

semi-broad vertical pinback with functional hinge/catch assembly

not a volunteer

The handle grip consists of two piece of pebbled black bakelite held together by dual rivets

circumscribed “Hannoversche Tapferkeit” (German - Hanoverian Bravery)

Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Hold semi-broad vertical pinback with functional(Medalla al Mrito Militar). Instituted 1863. 1863 1865 issue. In bronze, with the obverse depicting detailed engraved bust of Maximiliano I, surrounded by the inscription MAXIMILIANO EMPERADOR (Emperor Maximilian), reverse engraved with the inscription AL MERITO MILITAR (To Military Merit) surrounded by detailed laurel wreath, marked makers mark Navalon G., measuring 32. 54 mm (w) x 36. 60 mm (h inclusive of the integral ring), with minor toned