Virgin Mary Medal From The 1940s - Sellier - 18k Gold
Artist: Sellier
1940s Virgin Mary Medal - A. Sellier - 18k Gold
A beautiful antique 18k yellow gold openwork medal depicting the Virgin Mary in profile. She is shown with a halo, surrounded by a delicate openwork palmette border.
Signed Sellier. Maker's mark.
Engraved on the reverse: "D.B. June 20, 1943."
French craftsmanship from the 1940s.
Details :
Diameter: 2.2 cm
Height (including bale): 3 cm
Weight: 5.05 g (18k gold - 750/1000)
Hallmarks: "Eagle’s Head" (standard for 18k gold) and the rare "Rhinoceros" mark. This specific combination was used only between 1940 and 1943 to certify the payment of an exceptional luxury tax on precious metals during the Occupation period.
Condition :
Very good condition
A beautiful antique 18k yellow gold openwork medal depicting the Virgin Mary in profile. She is shown with a halo, surrounded by a delicate openwork palmette border.
Signed Sellier. Maker's mark.
Engraved on the reverse: "D.B. June 20, 1943."
French craftsmanship from the 1940s.
Details :
Diameter: 2.2 cm
Height (including bale): 3 cm
Weight: 5.05 g (18k gold - 750/1000)
Hallmarks: "Eagle’s Head" (standard for 18k gold) and the rare "Rhinoceros" mark. This specific combination was used only between 1940 and 1943 to certify the payment of an exceptional luxury tax on precious metals during the Occupation period.
Condition :
Very good condition
950 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Art Deco
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Gold
Reference (ID): 1700202
Availability: In stock
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