Original diploma of croix de veterance, 1791 + one copy of decoration

We found this rare and original diploma in an old collection.
We thought that it would be interesting to sell it with our nice copy of this decoration.
Size of diploma: 241 X 287 mm.

Diploma dedicated to Michel Augustin, enlisted man in Swiss regiment of Diesbach.
Attributed on 19 th january 1791, by Louis Auguste, comte d'Affry, chevalier des ordres du roi...etc, etc..
Signed d'Affrey.

Created on 16 th april by king Louis XV for "bas officiers" for 24 years in the army.

Oval, 50 x 43 mm. Gold on scarlet velvet.
Jean Theurel (1699-1807) received 3 medallions for 72 years in the army! He died 108 years old and received also légion d'honneur on 10th march 1807.