Vintage J.P. Papin Ballon d'Or 1991 OM football retro pin

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This vintage pin features a stylized male silhouette, standing, in a dark suit with gold details and holding a gold ball. At his feet, two white and gold soccer balls frame a red plaque. The inscription in gold letters on a red background "J.P. PAPIN BALLON D'OR 1991" is clearly legible on the front. The design, both figurative and streamlined, evokes the aesthetic of sports memorabilia from the 1990s.

The finish presents a sharp contrast between the bright gold of the outlines and the enameled black of the suit. The details of the face, hands, and shoes are also highlighted by the gilding. The rectangular bottom plaque gives an official and commemorative touch to this pin, while the two balls add an explicit reference to the world of soccer.

The silhouette is in relief, with a moderate three-dimensional effect, typical of enameled pins from this period. The whole is mounted on a pin support (fastening system not visible here). The visible surface shows no signs of oxidation or noticeable scratches; the gilding and colors remain vibrant and homogeneous.

This pin pays tribute to Jean-Pierre Papin, the famous Olympique de Marseille striker, who was awarded the Ballon d'Or in 1991, a significant event for the club and French football. The item is part of the tradition of commemorative merchandise produced to celebrate major European football achievements.

The piece, with its graphics and typography, displays all the visual codes of the 1990s, a period when pins were a popular fashion accessory and communication medium, particularly in the sports and association world.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The enamel and gilding are well preserved on the visible face, with no chips or apparent defects.

Did you know? Jean-Pierre Papin is the only French player to have won the Ballon d'Or while playing for Olympique de Marseille. This trophy, awarded in 1991, marked the pinnacle of his career and that of the Marseille club, strengthening OM's aura on the European scene.

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