{"product_id":"medaille-militaire-1er-rs-etoile-rouge-vintage-insigne-armee-france","title":"Vintage Military Medal 1st Spahi Regiment red star badge France army","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot includes a military insignia visible under a plastic display case. The object is in the shape of a five-pointed star, with its points highlighted by red and gold (or gold-finished) segments, giving the whole a strong visual identity typical of certain French military insignia. A silver Cross of Lorraine crosses the star in its center, a symbol frequently associated with the memory of Free France and various units of the French army. At the bottom of the star, the inscription \"1er RS\" in gold letters is visible, probably indicating the 1st Spahis Regiment or a similar unit, according to the usual nomenclature of French military insignia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe insignia features clean lines and a brilliant finish, with a strong contrast between the red, gold (or gold-like) and silver (or light metallic-like) areas. The typography used for the \"1er RS\" inscription is simple and legible, positioned on the lower branch of the star. The whole is presented in a rigid transparent plastic case, which protects the insignia while allowing a complete view of the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible side shows no manufacturing marks or identifiable hallmarks, but the overall condition suggests a well-preserved object. The surface of the insignia shows no apparent chips or visible scratches through the case. The association of the Cross of Lorraine and the five-pointed star, as well as the code \"1er RS\", places this insignia in the tradition of French military decorations from the second half of the 20th century, without being able to specify the era further without additional information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Presented in a transparent plastic case, the insignia appears to be in good overall condition from the visible side, with no noticeable defects. The details, colors, and inscriptions remain clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Cross of Lorraine became a major symbol of the French Resistance during World War II, adopted by General de Gaulle in 1940 to represent Free France against the Nazi swastika. It has since appeared on many French military insignia and decorations, particularly those of units inheriting this tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional seller, fast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed for every order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: military insignia, French army medal, 1st RS decoration, Cross of Lorraine, red star, vintage badge, regimental insignia, French military, antique decoration, military badge France, French army insignia, star cross insignia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54254310293831,"sku":"50538-66a9910e-e6f7-44b9-88a4-84dfea6f829c-PA1.27","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_d820e2b9-11c0-48df-84e5-4af1002abb26.jpg?v=1782746707","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-militaire-1er-rs-etoile-rouge-vintage-insigne-armee-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}