Order of Public Health, Knight

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SKU: 01.FRA.0122.103.01.000

Estimated market value:

$80-200 USD

  • Knight Obverse
  • Knight Obverse
  • Knight Obverse
  • Knight Reverse
  • Knight Reverse

Estimated market value:

$80-200 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    France
  • Makers
    Monnaie de Paris; Arthus-Bertrand, Paris
  • Composition
    Silver/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: ORDRE DE LA SANTE PUBLIQUE Rev: JOIE SANTE
  • Size
    40mm
  • Version Remarks
    The decoration was engraved by Lucien Bazor.

History


The Order of Public Health was created by the decree of February 18, 1938. It replaced the Medal of Honour for Public Assistance and the Hygiene Medal. It was later suppressed when the National Order of Merit was instituted in 1963.

The Order was awarded for exceptional service in public health, public services, and child protection.

A Knight had to be at least thirty years old and have a minimum of 10 years of service. Knights could be promoted to Officers after 5 years, and Officers could be promoted to Commander after 5 years.

The obverse inscription translates to “Order of Public Health,” and the reverse translates to “Joy” and “Health.”

There may be versions that vary in size or manufacturer.

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