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Pierre Turin 1966 French Mayors' 50th National Congress boxed bronze medal

This fabulous bronze medal was designed by Pierre Turin and struck by the Monnaie de Paris in 1966 to commemorate the 50th meeting of French Mayors in Paris. The obverse depicts Marianne looking to her right and breaking the chains of bondage. It is signed "P Turin". The reverse is blank except for the words "50eme Congres National des Maires de France Paris 1966". The rim is stamped "1966 Bronze" and with the cornucopia mark of the Monnaie de Paris. It is presented in a square maroon velvet and silk lined box.

Approximate dimensions:
Weight excl. box: 2 3/8ozs - 67gms
Diameter: 1.97ins - 5cms

Pierre Turin
(1891-1968)
Born in Sucy-en-Brie, France, he attended the École des Beaux-Arts, where he studied under Vernon, Patey and Coutain.
He won the Grand Prix de Rome in 1920, and was made Chevalier of the Légion d’Honneur in 1936.
Although generally considered to be the most accomplished Art Deco medallist, his most famous medal was for the 1925 International Exposition of Modern Industrial and Decorative Arts.

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