WWI French General Joseph Joffre Medal Locket ~ ANTIQUE Silver Slide Locket

Rare, Silver, French Patriotic, Antique, WWI Era Medal Slide Locket commemorating Commander-in-Chief, GENERAL JOSEPH JACQUES CESAIRE JOFFRE. Measuring 1 3/16" with bail x 1" x 3/16" deep, this unique military locket is composed of lightweight silver metal. Front of locket has a repousse effigy of General Joffre, the dates 1914 - 1915, with a Laurel Leaf and Oak Leaf border. Locket slides apart to reveal an intact photo frame. ** This French Military Medal Locket was made in remembrance of the strategically decisive FIRST BATTLE OF THE MARNE in September 1914, where General Joffre regrouped the retreating allied armies to defeat the Germans.** Extremely Fine Antique Condition. Minute gap between top and bottom of locket. Patina on back. Polish to satisfaction Excellent WWI French Military Memento gift for him or her, or to add to your French Patriotic Medal Locket, WWI Commemorative Battle Locket, Antique France Military Medal, 1914 French Militaria, Antique Silver Slide Locket, French GENERAL JOSEPH JOFFRE WWI Commemorative Locket Medal wardrobe/collection. MORE ON JOFFRE HERE: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_Joffre ~ WEIGHT: 6.1g ~ MEASUREMENT: 1 3/16" with bail x 1" x 3/16" deep, ~ CONDITION: Extremely fine ITEM # 1232-AP-68V Shipping ~ Generally same or next day. Check out my other items at https://poshmark.com/closet/vintiquevenus I pride myself on being an honest seller striving to give the best service. Please ask any questions PRIOR to your purchase.