Ref 6659 |
France,
Paris Exposition 1900, bronze-gilt 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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