{"product_id":"medaille-du-travail-ancienne-en-coffret-lecourtier-marseille-ruban-tricolore","title":"Vintage Labour Medal in Lecourtier Marseille box, tricolour ribbon","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 French labor medal comes in its original box, marked \"LECOURTIER \u0026amp; CIE, 32 La Canebière, MARSEILLE\" on the inside of the lid. The medal comes with its blue, white, and red tricolor ribbon, immediately evoking official French distinctions. The garnet-colored box with its golden satin interior emphasizes the solemn nature of the decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the visible side of the medal, there is a profile of a helmeted female figure crowned with laurels, surrounded by the inscription \"RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE\". This motif is typical of French honorary medals awarded for merit or service, particularly in the context of labor awards. The reliefs and graphics are characteristic of productions from the early to mid-20th century, although no precise date is visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ribbon, securely attached to the medal, features three clear vertical bands and a moiré texture, with no apparent flaws. The ensemble is well-centered in the box, which opens on a hinge with a visible golden closing button on the lower part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe box features a garnet finish with a croc-effect on the edges and a golden-yellow satin interior, highlighting the decoration and demonstrating the particular care taken in presenting awards at that time. The name of the Marseille manufacturer is clearly printed on the inner lining, recalling the importance of this company in the distribution of official and honorary medals in Provence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal itself exhibits a natural patina, typical of period objects, with no major visible chips or scratches on the exposed face. The ribbon and medal set is complete, ready to be displayed or kept in a collection dedicated to labor distinctions or French social history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The medal has a uniform patina, the ribbon is in good overall condition, and the original box shows some minor traces of use on the exterior not visible here. The satin interior is clean, and the manufacturer's inscription is clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Medal of Honor for Labor was instituted in France in 1948 to reward the seniority and quality of services rendered by employees. Specialized houses such as Lecourtier \u0026amp; Cie in Marseille supplied medals and their cases to local companies and administrations during official award ceremonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping by a professional seller are guaranteed to ensure the security and optimal presentation of this antique decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: labor medal, antique decoration, France honor medal, tricolor ribbon, Lecourtier Marseille, République Française medal, official distinction, medal box, vintage medal, vintage labor medal, honour medal France, French award medal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256673587527,"sku":"50615-c0addc37-adbe-4baa-8010-af77e3d9144f-PA1.39","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_f96e2e90-534d-46f7-9acb-79c01cd4c3dd.jpg?v=1782792916","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-du-travail-ancienne-en-coffret-lecourtier-marseille-ruban-tricolore","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}