Ancient, British and World Coins, Tokens, and Historical Medals

United States of America, First world war, “Argonne”, an unusual bronze ashtray, the American Distinguished Service Cross, argonne above, 83mm, unclear Paris maker’s mark on bottom.; together with an unusual bronze plaquette by Gairal de Serezin, French veteran welcoming young American soldier, his arms around his shoulder, 111 x 124mm. Good very fine and extremely fine (£30-40)

First item presumably made for sale to American servicemen who took part in the successful battle of Argonne, September to October 1918.