FRANCE. Jules-Clément Chaplain. Silver Medal. 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Victor Hugo, 1902. Paris Mint. CHOICE UNCIRCULATED.
49mm; 57.85 gms. Obverse: Draped bust right; Reverse: Civic coat-of-arms of Paris surmounted by mural crown; garland above; all within wreath composed of oak and laurel branch. Edge: [cornucopia] ARGENT located at 12h. Steely gray surfaces with a delightful olive tinge and an overall matte nature. A minor spot is noted near the obverse periphery.
From the Richard Jewell Collection.
Estimate: $100 - $200