Silver Religious Medal – André Marsy Religious Institution – Lille

Silver religious medal – André Marsy Religious Institution – Catholic schools in Lille – 19th century

A beautiful and significant antique silver religious medal, produced for the André Marsy Religious Institution, associated with the Catholic schools of Lille.

Description

Obverse: A relief depiction of the Virgin and Child, crowned and holding a scepter, seated on a richly decorated throne. The composition stands out against a checkered background dotted with fleurs-de-lis.
The circular inscription reads “INSTRUCTION RELIGIEUSE – ANDRÉ MARSY.”
At the bottom is the engraver’s signature: “V. TRIBOUT – LILLE.”

Reverse: a large fleur-de-lis cross surrounded by plant branches, surmounting a small shield adorned with a fleur-de-lis. The design stands out against a checkered background with fleur-de-lis motifs, identical to that of the obverse.
The circular inscription reads “DENIER DES ÉCOLES CATHOLIQUES DE LILLE.”

This medal bears witness to Catholic initiatives dedicated to religious education and the support of denominational schools in northern France during the 19th century.

High-quality engraving, with particularly meticulous relief work and numerous decorative details.

Characteristics:

Period: probably the second half of the 19th century.
Origin: Lille, France.
Engraver: V. Tribout, Lille.
Material: silver, tested positive.
Shape: circular, with a bail and hanging ring.

Condition:

In good condition, with slight signs of wear and an antique patina.
Presented in an antique case lined with green velvet.

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