United Kingdom. A Royal Victorian Order, Commander (Cvo), By Godet, Berlin, C.1900 Auction Archive arriving in Le Havre on

arriving in Le Havre on the 11th

the announcement appearing in the London Gazette 29822 of Tuesday

Footnote: Patrick James Gionet was born in Glou

a ribbon banner inscribed in French "DIEV ET MON DROIT" (God and My Right) and framed by ornate framework incorporating roses

The medal became so popular with the troops that the regiment adopted it as an official award for distinction and it was awarded to officers and enlisted men for decades afterwards

United Kingdom. A Royal Victorian Order, Commander (Cvo), By Godet, Berlin, C.1900 Auction Archive arriving in Le Havre onInstituted 1896. In silver with red, white, blue and green enamels, marked ""938"" (silver) and maker marked ""GODET WERNER BERLIN"" on the reverse, measuring 51 mm (w) x 54. 5 mm (h), on an original full length neck ribbon with triple hook and eye closure, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Royal Victorian Order is a dynastic order of knighthood established in 1896 by Queen Victoria. It recognizes distinguished personal service to the