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Ref 6659 |
France,
Paris Exposition 1900, bronze medal by J-C Chaplain, in original fitted case
(this a little damaged) Obv:
laureate and capped head of Marianne right below an oak tree, RÉPUBLIQUE
FRANÇAISE around Rev:
male figure holding a torch, seated on winged figure of Victory, view of
Exposition pavillion below, and tablet with recipient's name
(GARNIER-THIÉBAUT FRÈRES) Condition:
About extremely fine; Diameter: 63mm References:
Maier 299; CGMP -; Forrer I/404 Notes:
Garnier-Thiébaut Frères were established in 1833 as linen manufacturers in
the Vosges region of eastern France and are still in business. It is very
rare to find one of these medals with its original case. Price
£110 |
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