![]() Then we multiply this value by the density of a typical silver alloy (we'll use 90% coin silver at 10.31 g/cm 3). First we derive the medal's volume: 5.5 cm x 4.9 cm x 0.2 cm = 5.39 cm 3. Although the seller does not disclose the plaque's weight, we can estimate it from the dimensions given. This vintage French medal is hallmarked "ARGENT" (silver) on its rim, indicating that it is made from solid silver. So it is always a joy to find an antique medal still paired with its original box! This is fairly unusual as most of these cases have been lost over time. This fine Art Deco silver plaque comes in its original, felt-lined fitted box. The reverse of the medal is engraved with the phrase "Ministère de L'Instruction Publique et des Beaux-Arts - Enseignement Technique", which reads in English as "Ministry of Education and Fine Arts - Technical Education". In the early 20th century, Angers was known for its production of distilled liqueurs (primarily Cointreau), sparkling wines, and other agricultural products, along with slate roofing tiles and steel cables and wires. The mid-sized French city of Angers is located on the Maine River about 50 miles upstream from France's western Atlantic coast. The obverse of the plaque has the inscription "Ecole Nationale D'Arts et Métiers - D'Angers 1930", which translates as "National School of Arts and Crafts - Angers 1930". This beautiful Art Deco silver plaque was originally awarded in 1930 to a French engineering graduate from the city of Angers named "Roger Maillard". This is quite large for an antique medal, which boosts its desirability. ![]() This French art medal is rectangular in form and measures 55 mm (2.17 inches) wide by 49 mm (1.93 inches) tall by 2 mm (0.08 inches) thick. This marvelous 1930s French Art Deco silver plaque by Édouard Fraisse depicts the personification of industry pointing a youth towards the future. French Art Deco Silver Plaque, Circa 1930Īsking Price: $74.81 (fluctuates with the EUR/USD exchange rate) ![]()
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