Legion of Honor insignia in 18k yellow gold (750‰), First Em - Lot 99

Legion of Honor insignia in 18k yellow gold (750‰), First Empire, second type (between 1806 and 1808) Movable crown with 12 palmettes Medallion: Obverse: Laureate effigy of the Emperor, set within a blue enamel band bearing, in gold letters, “Napoléon Emp. des Français.” Reverse: An eagle with outspread wings set within a blue enamel band, with the inscription in gold letters, “Honneur et patrie” A five-pointed star with double rays, enameled white, with protruding points (not beaded), connected at their centers by a wreath of oak and laurel Gross weight: approx. 16 g. (Minor wear to the enamel) We will provide the buyer with an exemption from the state hallmark requirement in order to preserve the piece’s original aesthetic