France, Republic. A Medal For The Italian Campaign 1859, Type Ii (Larger Version) United Republic of a black leather tab with

a black leather tab with a die-hole stitched in place to the underside of the flap and when secured to the metal post on the bottom of the pouch

Naming is officially impressed in large block capitals

the conjoined ribbons of the two tied at the base of the wreath

The force comprised 270 officers and men

36 mm x 57 mm inclusive of its dragon suspension)

France, Republic. A Medal For The Italian Campaign 1859, Type Ii (Larger Version) United Republic of a black leather tab withMdaille de la Campagne d'Italie. Instituted in 1859. In silver, engraver marked ""BARRE"" on the obverse, hallmarked with an eagle's head on the reverse of the integral suspension, measuring 31 mm in diameter, surface wear and pitting, original ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The medal was instituted by Imperial Decree of August 11, 1859 and awarded to the soldiers of the Army of Italy and sailors who participated in the French war against