Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Auction Archive followed by his transfer to

followed by his transfer to the 3rd Canadian Labour Battalion on January 28th

gilt and enamelings

followed by a transfer on December 2nd for Basic Airborne Training at Fort Benning

marked S on pin

Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Auction Archive followed by his transfer to(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