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Authentic 1900 French Firefighters’ Medal (Sapeurs-Pompiers) issued by the Ministère de l’Intérieur (French Ministry of the Interior).Designed and signed by renowned medalist Oscar Roty, best known for his “Semeuse” design used on French coinage.
This is the official small silver version, marked “1ARGENT” on the edge, confirming it is solid silver. The obverse features a left-facing bust of the Republic of France (Marianne) wearing a laurel wreath with the legend “RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.” The reverse shows a seated allegorical female figure with the inscription “MINISTÈRE DE L’INTÉRIEUR / SAPEURS POMPIERS / 1900.”
Issued to French firefighters for distinguished or long service at the turn of the 20th century, this elegant medal embodies France’s civic pride and classical artistry.
Details:
Year: 1900
Country: France
Authority: Ministère de l’Intérieur
Designer: O. Roty
Material: Solid Silver (marked “1ARGENT”)
Diameter: 27 mm
Weight: 10.37 g (with suspension ring)
Original loop attached
Condition: Very Good antique condition with light wear and silver patina
A genuine historical piece of French firefighting and art medal history — highly collectible and increasingly scarce in silver.
The item pictured is authentic and is the item you will receive.
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