{"product_id":"medaille-ancienne-course-a-pied-metal-argente-vintage-triangulaire","title":"Vintage triangular silver-plated medal for running race","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique running medal stands out with its uncommon triangular shape and soft edges, a rarity in the world of sports awards. Crafted from silver-toned metal, the medal features a patinated finish and a beautiful depth of relief. The obverse, the only side visible in the image, showcases a finely carved scene depicting an athlete mid-stride, enclosed within a central circular medallion. This medallion is surrounded by a stylized leaf motif, typical of mid-20th-century sports competition medals, evoking laurels and victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal's perimeter forms an openwork frame, accentuating its triangular geometry and offering an interesting contrast with the central scene. The outer surface features a hammered or granulated texture, adding an extra material effect. A sturdy bail, visible on the upper part, allows the medal to be easily attached to a ribbon or chain. No text or inscription is legible on the visible side, allowing the athlete's representation and the relief work to take center stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall piece displays a beautiful color uniformity, with a matte silver visual appearance and dark nuances in the recesses, accentuating the volume and legibility of the motifs. The medal rests here on a bright yellow cushion, which highlights its metallic reflections and emphasizes the sobriety of its finish. This piece is typical of French sports medals from the 1950s to 1970s due to its graphic style and the quality of its molding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe triangular shape, less common than round or rectangular models, gives this medal a strong identity and a certain originality in a display of sports awards. The athlete depicted mid-run evokes endurance and discipline, major themes of sports iconography from that era. No major defects are visible on the photographed side: the surface shows regular wear, consistent with its age, and no breaks or missing parts are perceptible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Wear and patina visible on the front, with no apparent structural defect on the shown surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e  \nSilver-plated metal sports medals experienced a particular boom in France from the 1950s onwards, a period during which many regional and national competitions adopted modern and geometric motifs to renew the image of awards. Triangular shapes were sometimes reserved for specific competitions or commemorative editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging by a professional seller specializing in antique and decorative items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: running medal, vintage sports award, antique metal trophy, athletics medal, 60s sport, geometric medal, running medal, old sports award, triangle shape medal, silver plated sport metal, retro sports decoration, vintage France medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256615063879,"sku":"6a8a7f5d-6a67-48e6-832f-9794cb95803e","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_f597bd28-5527-4238-a7a6-ff37096281ab.jpg?v=1782789143","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-ancienne-course-a-pied-metal-argente-vintage-triangulaire","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}