France, Republic. An Order of Public Health, Officer Auction with his father instrumental in

with his father instrumental in securing the contract

on a full-length of correct but modern neck ribbon

A matching set of Armored Reconnaissance collar tabs

the exterior bearing a machine-embroidered gold bullion wire inscription of “SCHLACHTSCHIFF SCHARNHORST” in Fraktur script

constructed of dark navy blue whipcord wool

France, Republic. An Order of Public Health, Officer Auction with his father instrumental inInstituted February 18, 1938. In silver gilt and blue enamels, inscribed ORDRE DE LA SANTE PUBLIQUE, measures 40. 3 mm (w) x 43. 8 mm (h), worn on original blue ribbon with rosette (tape on reverse), light wear, enamel damage on the obverse inscription ring, very fine.