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France, Reconnaissance, 1933, a silver award plaque by R. Bénard, female descending steps, holding flowers, rev. fountain and gardens, central plaque named (Au Capitaine de la Brosse, la 25e D.A.P. Reconnaissante, 1944-1945), 90 x 59mm (CGMP p.41; BM Acq. 1983-7, pl.50, 29; cf. DNW 46, 821). Corners knocked, otherwise very fine and toned, very rare in silver (£60-80)