1848 French Second Republic Medal – City of Lille Flag Presented by the National Guard
£32.00
Obverse: Bust of a female allegorical figure representing the French Republic, facing right, with rays of light emanating behind her, and clasped hands below symbolizing unity.
Obverse legend: RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE
Reverse: Inscription commemorating the gift of a flag to the city of Lille from the National Guard of Paris on October 8, 1848.
Reverse legend: DRAPEAU OFFERT PAR LA GARDE NATIONALE DE PARIS
Inscription at center: A LA VILLE DE LILLE / 8 OCTOBRE 1848
Edge: Plain
Engraver: NAUDIN F.
Country: France
Year: 1848
Metal: Copper
Weight: ± 4.28 g
Diameter: ± 23.7 mm
Authenticity: Unconditionally guaranteed!
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