{"product_id":"jeton-commemoratif-belgique-1953-2003-en-metal-atomium-vintage","title":"Commemorative token Belgium 1953-2003 in metal, Atomium, vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetailed visual description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis round Belgian commemorative token features a matte metallic finish on its visible side. At its center, a detailed engraving of the Atomium, an iconic Brussels landmark, dominates the composition. Below the structure are two dates, \"1953\" and \"2003\", clearly indicating a fifty-year commemoration. Surrounding the central motif, the inscription \"BELGIE - BELGIQUE\" is finely struck in capital letters, highlighting the country's bilingualism. Several small symbols are visible beneath the dates, likely hallmarks or official logos.  \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe token is presented in an antique velvety box, with a golden embossed pattern decorating its upper rim, suggesting a case designed for preservation or display. The edge of the token shows a slight sheen, highlighting the quality of the strike. No reverse side or other face is visible in the image.  \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe token's surface displays a beautiful uniformity, with no major scratches or visible impact marks on this side. All the iconography and inscriptions are clear and legible, indicating a good state of preservation for an item of this type. The overall appearance suggests an official or semi-official production, typical of tokens issued for important anniversaries or exhibitions.  \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe item stands out for its faithful representation of the Atomium, a structure inaugurated during the 1958 Brussels World's Fair, but here celebrated through two key dates that could correspond to major events for Belgium. The bilingual inscription and the presence of national symbols reinforce the institutional and commemorative nature of this token.  \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUsed item sold as is. The visible side is in very good condition, with no major apparent flaws. No information on the condition of the reverse, which is not visible in the photo.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Atomium, depicted on this token, is a monument built for the Brussels World's Fair in 1958. It symbolizes an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times and has become an icon of modern architecture in Belgium.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYour order will be carefully packaged and shipped promptly by a professional seller specializing in antique and collectible items.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: jeton Belgique, médaille commémorative belge, token Atomium, pièce souvenir Bruxelles, jeton métal vintage, commemorative token Belgium, souvenir Atomium, jeton anniversaire 1953-2003, pièce métal Belgique, jeton collection Belgique, coin Belgium, médaille métal années 2000\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54324671414599,"sku":"df5dcbc9-c567-49c9-82ef-21282f46ee2f","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_bd31a9e8-7236-41ee-96bd-cf134eae97c9.jpg?v=1783760591","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/jeton-commemoratif-belgique-1953-2003-en-metal-atomium-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}