{"product_id":"medaille-basket-vintage-metal-rectangulaire-joueur-emaille-retro-annees-70","title":"Vintage basketball medal rectangular metal enameled player retro 70s","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 medal features a vertical rectangular shape with an integrated suspension ring at the top, typical of sports awards from the mid-20th century. The visible side is adorned with a relief depicting a basketball player in motion, dressed in a jersey and shorts, dribbling a ball. The athlete's silhouette is detailed with deep blue enameling on the uniform, while the basketball stands out with an orange hue, highlighted by an enameled circle with a translucent effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe background of the medal features a grainy surface with a patinated metallic appearance, with visible traces of oxidation, including verdigris halos and browned areas, testifying to its age and retro authenticity. The sports scene is completed by an embossed oblique line pattern under the player's feet, evoking a basketball court's hardwood floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall piece displays a graphic style characteristic of the 60s-70s, with angular lines and a marked stylization of movement. No text, logo, or brand is visible on the presented side. The edge is slightly beveled, emphasizing the robust nature of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe general condition shows signs of wear consistent with its age: the surface has some impacts, areas of partially erased enamel, and an irregular patina, without altering the readability of the main motif. The upper ring is intact and allows for easy suspension on a ribbon or chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of medal was often awarded at school or associative sports competitions in the 1970s, and its design clearly evokes the vintage aesthetic sought by lovers of retro sports objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Presence of patina, surface wear, and small defects visible on the front. Please examine the photo carefully to appreciate the precise condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Basketball experienced significant growth in France after the 1950s, with the creation of numerous amateur clubs and the multiplication of local competitions. Sports medals from this era, often made of enameled metal, were produced in limited series for each event and remain appreciated for their typical design and robustness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging are guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: retro basketball medal, vintage sports award, basketball trophy, old school medal, enameled basketball medal, 70s sports item, rectangular metal medal, basketball award, ancient sport, enameled player medal, decorative medal, vintage sports medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54325442412871,"sku":"d892c689-012c-4074-93dc-ca1880fce7ed","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_e606789f-cb96-46d4-b3b0-53c2e573202a.jpg?v=1783766165","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-basket-vintage-metal-rectangulaire-joueur-emaille-retro-annees-70","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}