Benin, French Protectorate. A National Order Of Dahomey, Iii Class Commander, C.1965 Newly Listed circa 1860 and very rare

circa 1860 and very rare

of the highest quality production with very fine detailing

Regiment de Maisonneuve (yellow lettering and blue background screen-printed on white canvas

Philippines Insurrection

including Colenso

Benin, French Protectorate. A National Order Of Dahomey, Iii Class Commander, C.1965 Newly Listed circa 1860 and very rare(Benin): Two piece construction, silver gilt with black enamels, 59 mm x 65 mm, intact enamels, spotting, points on two arms bent back slightly, better than very fine. Footnote: The Order of Dahomey was instituted in 1960 and discontinued in 1986, being replaced by the National Order of Benin. It was awarded in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.