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August 2021 ANA Auction - Online 23-25 Aug 2021
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FRANCE. Jules-Clément Chaplain. Silver Medal. Firefighting, ND (late 19th Century). Paris Mint. UNCIRCULATED.
50mm; 69.19 gms. Unawarded. Obverse: Fireman facing left, grappling onto rope and clutching woman and child as they flee an immolating building; crowning manus Dei emerging from the clouds; Reverse: Wreath composed of oak and laurel branches; central area left blank for engraving. Edge: [cornucopia] ARGENT located at 6h. A VERY RARE and engaging medal, presenting an engaging rescue scene with a daring fireman saving two lives. Deep gunmetal gray surfaces with elegant artistry.
From the Richard Jewell Collection.
Estimate: $100 - $200
50mm; 69.19 gms. Unawarded. Obverse: Fireman facing left, grappling onto rope and clutching woman and child as they flee an immolating building; crowning manus Dei emerging from the clouds; Reverse: Wreath composed of oak and laurel branches; central area left blank for engraving. Edge: [cornucopia] ARGENT located at 6h. A VERY RARE and engaging medal, presenting an engaging rescue scene with a daring fireman saving two lives. Deep gunmetal gray surfaces with elegant artistry.
From the Richard Jewell Collection.
Estimate: $100 - $200