France This is French?

[heraldic40]

Please tell me about this...is a piece from the French faleristic?

Thank you

[heraldic40]

And the back side

[Veteran]

Yes it looks very French indeed. Although it does not connect directly with phaleristics.

Il is the "Key" which is the badge of office of the Grand Chambellan (British equiv: Lord Chamberlain) as used at the Court of Napoleon I and of Napoleon III his nevew..

I believe it was worn from a chain or a neck ribbon.

Quite avidly collected by a few. If it is an original, probably quite valuable. What are the measurements of this particular piece ?

Hope this helps.. Best regards

Veteran

[heraldic40]

Thank you for the reply!Was helpful.

The size of the "key" is 16,5 X 7,5 cm.

[heraldic40]

Here is a auction catalogue with French medals and orders...unfortunately I do not have acces to this catalogue( only image from internet) for more informations.