Medal - La pratique des exercices virils ND (1880-1903) front Medal - La pratique des exercices virils ND (1880-1903) back
Medal - La pratique des exercices virils ND (1880-1903) photo
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Medal - La pratique des exercices virils ND

 
Silver (.950) 35 g 41 mm
Description
Location
France
Period
Third Republic (1870-1940)
Type
Award medals › Sport awards
Years
1880-1903
Composition
Silver (.950)
Weight
35 g
Diameter
41 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-11-12
References
Numista
N#191785
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Allegory with central shield surrounded by numerous sporting elements.
Olive branch on left, oak branch on right, crossed rifles, swords/sabers/shotguns, target, gloves.
Below, dumbbell and trapeze in gymnastic rings.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VILLE DE COURBEVOIE
1896
LE MÉDAILLIER ÉDIT

Edge

Smooth with punch and inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering: (corne d’abondance) ARGENT

Comment

Monnaie de Paris