Original French campaign medal for the Sino-French War, Third Republic period
Key Information:
Country: France
Type: Campaign Medal
Material: Silver (official issue, marked)
Diameter: approx. 30.10 mm
Design: Obverse depicts Marianne with “RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE”; reverse lists battles: Sontay, Bac-Ninh, Fou-Tchéou, Formose, Tuyen-Quan, Pescadores with the years 1883–1885.
Medal Design: For condition, please refer to the pictures; all dimensions are approximate.
Condition:
Original silver medal with attractive patina, small edge marks consistent with age. Ribbon is a modern replacement. Please refer to photographs for exact condition.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
This medal commemorates the French colonial campaigns in Tonkin, China, and Annam (modern Vietnam) during the Sino-French War (1883–1885). It was awarded to members of the French Army and Navy who participated in key operations such as the capture of Sontay, Bac-Ninh, and Formosa. Designed by Georges Lemaire, it remains one of the most recognized colonial campaign medals of the French Third Republic.
Summary:
A fine and authentic example of the France Colonial Medal – Tonkin-China-Annam 1883–1885, with clear details and new replacement ribbon.
Please refer to the pictures for condition details.