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France. Exposition Universelle Paris 1878.
Bronze, 51 mm. Weight 61 gram. Excellent condition with some preserved red copper lustre!
Large 51 mm (2 inch) bronze medal issued by "Les Administration Des Monnaies/Et Medailles" to commemorate the 1878 Exposition Universelle that was held from the 1:st of May to October 31 in Paris. The 1878 Exposition Universelle was the 3rd Exposition Universelle held in Paris and showcased the industrial revolution.
Obverse depiction of Marianne, the prominent Symbol of the French Republic and the Allegory of Liberty. Reverse of the medal depicts the Palais Du Trocadero in Paris where the exposition was held.
The Artist is Eugene-Andre OUDINE (1810-1887) and the medalist is Alphee Dubois (1831-1905).
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France. Exposition Universelle Paris 1878
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