Vintage "Les Aînés Ruraux" enamel pin, sun church logo, rare

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

Old square pin depicting the logo of the "Les Aînés Ruraux" association. The visible side features a stylized visual composed of a white church with a black roof, placed in front of a large yellow disc resembling the sun, radiating on the upper right side. To the left, a large rounded green shape evokes a tree or a hill, providing a sharp contrast with the other colors. The entire visual is highlighted by a bright yellow band where the inscription "Les Aînés" is clearly visible, followed below by a green band bearing the word "Ruraux" in golden letters. The main colors are green, yellow, white, black, and red (sun rays).

The pin's surface is shiny, with an enameled appearance and a golden frame visible all around the edge. The design is crisp, with precise outlines and a clear separation between colored areas, typical of cloisonné enamel or painted enamel techniques common on promotional pins from the 1980s-1990s. The typography used is simple and legible, without flourishes, which accentuates the institutional aspect of the object.

The pin is square with slightly rounded corners. No fastening mechanism is visible in the photo. The presentation on a wooden background highlights the brilliance of the surface and the saturation of the colors, which remain vibrant despite some signs of wear or micro-scratches visible in the light.

This type of pin was frequently distributed at events or association meetings, or given to members. The general aesthetic, vibrant colors, and graphic style are typically evocative of the late 20th century.

The mention "Les Aînés Ruraux" clearly identifies the object as an associative communication tool, used to represent or support this network in rural France. The entire design is in relief under the enamel, which gives the piece a certain solidity.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows some signs of wear, including light scratches and marks on the enameled surface, but the overall appearance remains good for a vintage pin.

Did you know? Pins, very popular in France from the 1980s onwards, were often used as promotional or unifying tools within local associations, particularly in rural areas. The "Les Aînés Ruraux" association has been working since 1977 to animate and defend the interests of retirees in rural areas, and has widely used this type of medium at its national and regional events.

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