Old French football medal, player in relief, vintage competition

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description Old French football medal, shown in a front view. The medal is round, with a molded ring integrated into the mass for hanging or display. On the visible side, a football player in motion is depicted in relief, arm outstretched and foot on a ball. The background features a stylized football field, with grandstands and sketched flags, enhancing the sporting atmosphere. The details of the player, clothing, and decor are finely chiseled in a silver-colored metallic finish.

The surface of the medal has a smooth texture on the undecorated areas, while the relief of the player and decorative elements offers a sharp contrast. The prominent upper ring indicates that this medal was designed to be worn or displayed. No text is visible on the presented side, allowing the central motif and sporting aesthetic to take center stage.

The finish evokes French productions from mid-20th century sports competitions, with a classic figurative style characteristic of period awards. The medal features a uniform patina, without apparent coloring or enamel, highlighting its vintage and authentic appearance.

No mark, signature, or manufacturer's indication is legible on the visible side. The edges are clean and the relief of the central motif is well preserved, with no major chips or visible oxidation in the photo.

This type of medal was generally awarded during regional or national football competitions or tournaments in France, testifying to a deeply rooted tradition of personalized sports awards.

Condition Used item, sold as is. The overall visible condition is good, with slight age-related wear, and no apparent structural defects on the shown side.

Did you know? In France, personalized sports medals were commonly produced by specialized workshops from the early 20th century. They were often made of cast or struck metal, then distributed during local or national competitions to promote amateur and school sports.

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