WWII, French Maginot Line "On ne passe pas" Beret Badge For Sale

This is a near mint WWII French army medal with a beautiful silver patina is approximate vintage 1939.

This medal would be worn on a beret or lapel of a French combat soldier.

It refers to the protection of the Maginot Line.

The medal depicts an anti-tank gun nested inside a fortified bunker.

The gun is retractable through the embrasure.

The medal is inscribed “On Ne Passé Pas” meaning “They Shall Not Pass”.

This is the tin version of the medal used by soldiers. It has the original pin

Attached.