Military medal 1st RCH vintage enamelled badge French army crest

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Description

Military insignia presented in a plastic capsule, representing the coat of arms of the 1st RCH (Régiment de Chasseurs), a unit of the French army. The object is distinguished by a shield shape, with blue and red enameled armorial bearings, adorned with heraldic motifs: on the left, three fleurs-de-lis on a blue background; on the right, five white ermine spots on a red background. The upper part of the insignia is surmounted by a radiating green and silver motif, with a stylized hunting horn struck with the number 1, recalling the traditional emblem of the mounted chasseurs.

The display background is black, with the gold inscription "1er RCH" (for 1st Régiment de Chasseurs à Cheval), clearly legible at the bottom. The insignia appears to be mounted on a cardboard base, protected by a rigid transparent plastic shell. The ensemble highlights the piece, which remains fully visible on the front face.

The finish of the insignia has a silver metallic appearance, with royal blue and bright red enameled parts. The details of the engraving and enamel are crisp and precise. No manufacturer's markings are visible on the front. The object has a typical style of French military insignia from the second half of the 20th century, with a classic heraldic composition and careful execution.

The medal shows no other visible embellishments on this side than the coat of arms and the hunting horn emblem. The colors are clear, with no apparent alterations. The plastic capsule shows some signs of wear and micro-scratches, common on this type of old presentation, but the insignia itself appears in very good visual condition.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The insignia itself appears in excellent visual condition, with no chips or major defects on the visible front. The display capsule shows superficial signs of wear and aging.

Did you know? The 1st Régiment de Chasseurs (1st RCH) is one of the oldest cavalry regiments in the French army, founded in the 18th century. Its insignia traditionally include the hunting horn, a symbol of light cavalry troops, and heraldic motifs from French military history.

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