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Award medal - Compagnie Generale Transatlantique ND
| Silver (.950) | 148.46 g | 66.5 mm |
| Location | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Medals › Award medals |
| Years | 1906-1970 |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 148.46 g |
| Diameter | 66.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#150262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Inscription within decorative frame.
Lettering:
SERVICES POSTAUX DE L'ATLANTIQUE ET DE LA MEDITERRANEE
LE CONSEIL D'ADMINISTRATION // A
Engraver: Pagnier
Edge
Plain with mintmark and inscription.
Lettering: (corne) 1ARGENT
Comment
The Compagnie Generale Tansatlantique CGT, created in 1861 by the Brothers Emile and Isaac Pereire; was a General Shipping Company that for the French State took care of Transport of Post goods to Northamerica.Original casing
