{"product_id":"medaille-souvenir-lyon-doree-blason-ville-ancienne-vintage-france","title":"Souvenir medal Lyon gilt city coat of arms old vintage France","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 souvenir medal features a brilliant gold finish, with crisp relief and meticulous details. It is round in shape, with a smooth contour and a polished metallic appearance. The visible obverse features an enameled coat of arms of Lyon at its center: a silver lion on a red background, surmounted by three golden fleurs-de-lis on a blue background. This coat of arms is highlighted by an enameled cartouche, emphasizing the official nature of the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAround the coat of arms, a raised map of France occupies the background, with the Lyon region colored in blue, allowing for immediate identification of the city. The circular inscription reads \"SOUVENIRS ET PATRIMOINE • LYON • MÉDAILLE SOUVENIR\" (SOUVENIRS AND HERITAGE • LYON • SOUVENIR MEDAL), while the motto \"AVANT AVANT LION LE\" (Forward, Forward, Lion the) appears at the bottom of the medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medal displays a contemporary aesthetic, typical of tourist productions from recent decades, while drawing inspiration from traditional heraldic codes. The vibrant colors of the coat of arms (blue, red, gold) contrast effectively with the overall gilding, highlighting the quality of the strike and the legibility of the motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe object is presented on a white fabric, suggesting an intention for careful display, but no case or reverse side is visible in the photo. No defects, scratches, or manifest wear are observable on this side, which retains all its original luster. The smooth surface and the brilliance of the gilding attest to an apparent good state of preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inscriptions and relief are perfectly clear, without any trace of alteration. This medal is distinguished by its precise graphics and its commemorative character, ideal for representing the heritage of the city of Lyon through a tangible object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. The visible side is in very good condition, with no apparent defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The coat of arms of Lyon, featured on this medal, dates back to the Middle Ages and symbolizes the city's historical power. The motto \"Avant, avant, Lion le melhor!\" (Forward, forward, Lion the best!) is a traditional rallying cry of the Lyonnais, attested since the 15th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping ensured by a professional seller specializing in antique objects and heritage souvenirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Lyon souvenir medal, golden city coin, Lyonnais coat of arms, France tourist token, heritage medallion, old Lyon souvenir, old Lyon medal, French city medal, enameled coat of arms medal, gift Lyon France, vintage Lyon souvenir, Lyon commemorative coin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54308021272903,"sku":"c8848359-ba33-40c9-9fb0-04f8b57714bb-PA0.65","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_8870bc24-fa1e-4551-a42e-23b5669f03ab.jpg?v=1783467738","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/medaille-souvenir-lyon-doree-blason-ville-ancienne-vintage-france","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}