Vintage ESF snowflake medal brooch – Silver-tone retro ski snow metal

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Description

Antique medal-brooch from the École du Ski Français (ESF), represented here as a stylized silver-plated metal snowflake, typical of the distinctions awarded for alpine ski levels. The piece features an openwork six-pointed snowflake structure with well-defined and regular edges, immediately evoking the world of winter sports and French alpine tradition.

The lower part of the brooch features a tricolor arc in blue, white, and red, emblematic colors of France, accompanied by the embossed letters "ESF" in capitals. This medal is characteristic of the insignia awarded during ski level tests, and its retro design falls within a 1970s to 1990s aesthetic, recognizable by the geometric simplicity of the snowflake and the use of shiny metal.

The visible surface has a shiny silver finish, with a slight patina of use that enhances the object's vintage charm. The details of the snowflake and the tricolor border are well preserved, even if there are some traces of wear or micro-scratches on the raised areas, typical of use on winter clothing.

On the front, no other motif is visible apart from the main structure and the "ESF" cartouche. The attachment system (possible clasp or pin) is not visible in this photograph, only the front part is shown.

This type of medal-brooch is frequently worn on jackets or sweaters during level award ceremonies at resorts. It constitutes an authentic and decorative object for enthusiasts of French ski history or retro mountain-related accessories.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of signs of use, patina, and light marks on the metal, with no major visible missing parts on the front.

Did you know? The École du Ski Français (ESF), founded in 1937, is today the largest network of ski instructors in the world. Snowflake-shaped medals have been awarded for decades to reward students' technical progress, with each level symbolized by a specific insignia presented during ceremonies at resorts.

AFW Reassurance

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