Cross for Voluntary Military Service, Silver Cross (Navy, with anchor clasp, stamped "M DELANNOY")

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SKU: 02.FRA.0244.102.01.003

Estimated market value:

$20-45 USD

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Estimated market value:

$20-45 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    France
  • Makers
    Monnaie de Paris
  • Composition
    Silver
  • Inscription
    Obv: REPVBLIQVE FRANCAISE Rev: SERVICES MILITAIRES VOLONTAIRES
  • Size
    37mm
  • Version Remarks
    This version was engraved by Maurice Delannoy. This cross has a hallmark ("cornucopia" 2) on the reverse. The silver is 850 quality.

History


The Cross was awarded to those who served in the Voluntary Reserves of the French Armed Forces. It was replaced by the Order of Military Merit on March 22, 1957, and the recipients of the Cross were named to the new Order. A new Medal intended for Armed Force Reservists was created in 1975.

It was also awarded to active duty Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers who participated in the instruction and training of these units. The Bronze Cross was awarded for 6 years of service, the Silver Cross for 12 years of service, and the Gold Cross for 18 years of service.

Crosses for Naval Reservists were worn with anchor clasps made in the metal of the corresponding grade. Crosses for Air Army Reservists were surmounted by small eagles.

There are two versions of the Cross. The first version has an octagonal centre medallion and the second version has a rhombus-shaped centre medallion. The obverse inscription on both versions translates to “French Republic,” and the reverse inscription translates to “Military Volunteer Service.”

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