Benin, French Protectorate. A National Order Of Dahomey, Iii Class Commander, C.1965 Newly Listed the first steel ship to

the first steel ship to penetrate those waters

circa 1860 and very rare

possibly entitled to the British War and Victory Medals and likely that he joined as a Boy Seaman

2 mm at the base x 103 mm in height

Benin, French Protectorate. A National Order Of Dahomey, Iii Class Commander, C.1965 Newly Listed the first steel ship to(Benin): Two piece construction, silver gilt with black enamels, 59 mm x 65 mm, intact enamels, spotting, points on two arms bent back slightly, better than very fine. Footnote: The Order of Dahomey was instituted in 1960 and discontinued in 1986, being replaced by the National Order of Benin. It was awarded in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.