France: Medal of Honour of the Department & Communities (Medaille D'Honneur Departmentale et Communale). 2nd type. Third class 'Silver' grade medal

2nd type insignia are 32mm wide Instituted in 1945, and last awarded in 1987, as a long service award for eligible civil servants and elected council officials working in the Department of Community Service. The medal was awarded in three grades or degrees. Silver or 3rd class awards for 25 years service; Gilt (vermeil) or 2nd class awards with rosette for 35 years service; and 'Gold' or 1st class awards with rosette and palms for 45 years service Condition: GVF