Decoration of the French Guard, Gold Medal

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SKU: 02.FRA.0118.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$500+ USD

  • Medal Obverse

Estimated market value:

$500+ USD

Attributes

  • Country
    France
  • Composition
    Bronze gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: CEST LUI QUI LE PREMIER LA VOTEE
  • Size
    35x40mm
  • Version Remarks
    The Medal image is reproduced from Michel Hennin, Histoire numismatique de la Révolution française : , ou Description raisonnée des médailles, monnaies, et autres monumens numismatiques relatifs aux affaires de la France, depuis l'ouverture des États-généraux jusqu'à l'établissement du gouvernement consulaire (Paris: J.S. Merlin, 1826).

History


There is limited information regarding the creation of this Decoration. It appears to have meant for one person. It may have been conceived and worn by the person who suggested the creation of the Medal for the Conquerors of the Bastille at the National Assembly, however this cannot be verified.

There is only one Decoration in existence, and it is in the collection of the National Library of France.

The obverse inscription translates to "It Is He Who First Voted."

There is limited information regarding this item.

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