ey Information:
• Country: France & Brazil
• Type: Military Decorations / Medal Group
• Period: Mid-20th Century
• Originality: Original period issue medals
• Composition: Bronze / Gilt / Silvered metal
• Total quantity: 3 medals
• Original suspension ribbons present
• See individual descriptions below for detailed specifications
Medal Design & Individual Descriptions
1. France – Cross of Military Valor (Croix de la Valeur Militaire)
Dimensions approx.:
41.30 x 36.27 mm
Medal Design:
A four-armed military cross with central medallion featuring profile portrait and inscription referencing military valor. Established to recognize acts of bravery during combat or military operations, particularly in overseas deployments.
Condition:
• Attractive original bronze patina
• Light wear to raised surfaces consistent with age
• Strong and well-defined details
• Original ribbon present with minor creasing and age wear
• No repairs or structural damage observed
Historical Significance:
Instituted in 1956, this decoration recognizes individual acts of courage in combat operations, particularly during French colonial and post-war military engagements. Highly collectible among French military decoration collectors.
2. France – Korea Campaign Medal (Médaille Commémorative Française des Opérations de Corée – 1952)
Diameter approx.:
36.41 mm
Medal Design:
Round commemorative medal featuring Korean symbolic design elements. Awarded to French and allied personnel who participated in United Nations military operations during the Korean War.
Condition:
• Original bronze finish with light natural toning
• Good preservation of fine details
• Minor surface marks consistent with handling
• Original ribbon present with light wear and age toning
• No visible repairs
Historical Significance:
Issued beginning in 1952, this medal commemorates French participation in the Korean War under United Nations command. The conflict represents an important early Cold War military engagement and UN multinational military cooperation.
3. Brazil – Military Long Service Medal (20 Years)
Dimensions approx.:
37.52 x 33.87 mm
Medal Design:
Multi-point star design surrounded by wreath elements and central national emblem. Ribbon suspension includes service star devices indicating long service recognition.
Condition:
• Very good preserved silvered and gilt surfaces
• Minor wear and small surface marks typical for age
• Ribbon present with light creasing and minor wear
• Suspension and attachment remain secure
• No structural damage noted
Historical Significance:
Awarded to members of the Brazilian Armed Forces for twenty years of honorable and continuous military service. Such long service awards represent career dedication and are sought after by collectors of South American military decorations.
Overall Condition of Group:
• All medals remain in solid collectible condition
• Natural age patina and expected wear present
• Original ribbons attached to each medal
• No major damage or restoration detected
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
This attractive international medal grouping represents three distinct military traditions and mid-20th century military history. The set reflects combat bravery, international coalition warfare, and long-term military service recognition, making it a desirable collectible grouping for international militaria collectors.
Summary:
Original set of three military decorations from France and Brazil, representing combat service, Korean War participation, and long service recognition. A well-preserved and historically interesting collectible group.
For the condition, please refer to the pictures.