France French Order of Academic Palm

[Guest Darrell]

A little background:

This decoration was instituted in 1808 as a University award. In 1850, the decoration was divided in 2 classes: golden and silver palms. Golden palms were to be awarded to teachers and professors, silver to students for exemplary results. In 1955, the Order was altered again into 3 classes (neck decoration of Commander was added) and its appearance slightly changed.

This is the Silver 3rd Class Award.

Obverse:

Edited August 14, 2006 by Darrell

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Reverse:

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see olso topic GMIC 4007