Vintage French FFCT cycling tourism green enamel brooch medal

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Description

Antique cycle touring pin, typical of badges awarded at sporting events or distinctions in France. The object is circular, with a central part cut out in a map silhouette, covered with bright green enamel. On the enamel, the inscription "PREMIERS PA3" is clearly visible, made in gold letters. The entire brooch shows a marked contrast between the colored enamel and the dark border with a metallic finish.

The outer border bears an embossed inscription, perfectly legible: "FEDERATION FRANCAISE DE CYCLOTOURISME". This mention identifies the official French organization dedicated to cycle touring, reinforcing the authenticity and historical interest of the piece.

The object features a sober aesthetic, with alternating raised spokes on the perimeter, symbolically evoking the bicycle wheel, a motif frequently used in sports badges related to cycling. The central green enamel part, cut out in the shape of a map, adds a graphic touch characteristic of badges from the 1960s to 1980s, although precise dating cannot be made without further clues.

The pin has a flat appearance, with a rear fastening not visible in the photo, typical of badges to be attached to a jacket, bag or hat. No details on the reverse are visible in the provided image. The overall visible condition shows good preservation of the enamel, without apparent chips, and perfect legibility of the inscriptions.

This type of medal or badge was awarded during rides or events organized under the aegis of the French Cycling Federation, to reward participation or success in a specific achievement. The association of dark-finished metal and colored enamel is typical of cycle touring distinction objects from this period.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The green enamel and inscriptions are well preserved. Slight wear possible on the metal surface, visible in the photo.

Did you know? The Fédération Française de Cyclotourisme (FFCT), founded in 1923, is the main cycle touring organization in France, organizing numerous brevets and rides across the country. The pins and badges awarded at these events have become sought-after witnesses to the history of French amateur cycling.

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