Description:
- Commemorative medal of the Society for the Promotion of National Industry. Signed and dated.
- By the renowned French engraver and sculptor of coins and medals: Nicolas-Pierre Tiolier (1784-1843).
- On the obverse: Nike, the goddess of victory, appears alongside the caduceus, associated with the god Hermes, symbol of commerce, eloquence, and travel. Together they commemorate a commercial, professional, or sporting success. It also bears Tiolier's signature and the date in Roman numerals: 1801.
- The reverse: In the center is the engraved name ‘J. Gascogne 1982’. It is surrounded by a laurel and olive wreath, along with the inscription: ‘Societe d'encouragement pour l'industrie nationale’ (Society for the Encouragement of National Industry).
- Edge: Plain, with only the inscription: bronze and the date 1982.
- The artistic quality of the medal is very high, executed in a highly personal style and with great ease, achieving harmonious and expressive effects in the high reliefs.
Conservation and Damage:
- The medal is in good condition.
- With some nicks and scratches due to age.
- It shows wear consistent with it's age.
Comments:
- Both the measurements and weight are approximate.
- The colors in the photos may not be exactly the same as the actual colors. The item for sale is the one shown in the photos. The description is not a detailed description of the item.
- The information provided here is based on personal, unverified opinions.
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